Placing a loved one in a nursing home is a life changing decision for everyone involved. Make sure you are informed with the state requirements and procedures. We are always here to help and can answer any questions you might have.

Resources

Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) – DADS is an agency that administers long-term care services. It provides support for people who are aging or have intellectual and physical disabilities. One of DADS main responsibilities is to licenses and regulate long-term care service providers. The agency also administers the state’s Guardianship program. 

DADS

• DADS State Office Employee Directory
• Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) Directory
• Texas State Unit on Aging

DADS Initiatives

• Texercise is a statewide health promotions program provided by DADS. This program encourages all to adopt a healthier lifestyle by adding physical activity and better nutrition to your lifestyle.
• Long-term Care Ombudsman is a program that serves as a part of DADS and focuses on complaints. “Federal and state authority mandates ombudsmen to identify, investigate and resolve complaints made by, or on behalf of, residents and to provide services to help in protecting health, safety, welfare and rights.”

Helpful Links

• Texas Adult Protective Services (APS) – APS investigates abuse, neglect and exploitation of adults who are elderly or have disabilities.
• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – The mission at HHS is to help Americans live healthy and successful lives.
• Alzheimer’s Association – A nonprofit organization focused on Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
• American Diabetes Association – A nonprofit organization focused on fighting the deadly consequences of diabetes.
• American Heart Association – A nonprofit organization focused on building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

Medicare and Medicaid

Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people who are 65 or older. Click here to find out more about Medicare.

Medicaid is the largest source of funding for medical and health-related services for lower income Americans. Click here to find out more about Medicaid.

Medical Directors

It is required by law that each long-term care facility must have at least one medical director. To read more about attending physicians and medical directors click here.