Haybranch Elementary YMCA
6101 Westcliff Rd, Killeen, TX
Vera Hodges
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $121
- year first permitted
- 2011
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About
About Vera Hodges
Vera Hodges is a home daycare in Killeen, Texas. It is registered with the state (since October 12, 2011), for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Vera Hodges has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Bell County has a median price of $121 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$133
Home daycare$121
Toddler
Center$126
Home daycare$116
Preschool
Center$123
Home daycare$115
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$110
State record
Inspection reports for Vera Hodges
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Permit issued
- 2011
- License number
- #1373507
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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See all 9 visits
- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“A fire drill was not conducted in the month of August. The last fire drill that was conducted was on 07/07/2025.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2025
- Apr 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
747.2105(a) - Screen Time Activities - Not Used for Under Two
“During the inspection, children under the age of 2 years old were watching television.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2024
747.2315(a)(1) - Prohibited Equipment for Infants - Baby Walkers
“An infant was observed in a baby walker with wheels which is a prohibited item.”
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2024
- Apr 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Dec 1, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“During the monitoring inspection it was found the CPR and first aid was expired. The expiration date was Oct 26,2023.”
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2023
Oct 11, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
747.4807(b) - Fence Gates Around Swimming Pool - Self-closing/ Self-latching/Locked
“During the monitoring inspection it was observed that the gate leading to the fence was latched but not locked. Provider locked it while I was present.”
Corrected during the visit
747.603(a)(1) - Children's Records - Enrollment Agreement
“During the monitoring inspection the child file reviewed did not have all required information and signatures.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2022
Oct 26, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
747.1313(b) - Pediatric First-Aid and Pediatric CPR Training -skill based and hands on
“During the monitoring inspection it was found that the primary caregivers CPR training had expired 08/2021.”
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2021
747.5005(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
“During the monitoring inspection it was found that the last fire drill was conducted July 2021. These drills should be completed monthly. This was corrected at inspection when a drill was conducted while I was present.”
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Vera Hodges
Is Vera Hodges licensed?
Yes. Vera Hodges is registered with the state and operating, with a permit issued October 12, 2011. This is how Texas authorizes this type of child care.
When was Vera Hodges last inspected?
Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Regulation lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Vera Hodges had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 4 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 78% of Texas daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 3. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Vera Hodges care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Vera Hodges accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Vera Hodges' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Vera Hodges cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (254) 213-1484 to ask.
What is Vera Hodges' phone number?
(254) 213-1484.
Where is Vera Hodges?
Killeen, TX 76543. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.