We encourage individuals and family members to choose all of the services that are available to them, and we do not push anyone to attend a day program that is not their first choice. We strive to provide interesting and rewarding services in all of the day programs we operate, but we also fully appreciate […]
We use the same screening tools for visitors as we do for employees, including criminal background check and Employee Misconduct Registry check (for possible listing of confirmation of perpetration of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation not otherwise prosecuted as a crime). Shift staff may not have visitors at any time. However, Live-In staff may have pre-screened
We use a menu system designed by a licensed dietician that includes only healthy, well balanced meals that are relatively simple to prepare. We allow individuals who don’t care for specific menu items to request appropriate substitutions (i.e., substitute a protein for a protein, a starch for a starch, and/or a green for a green).
If your loved one would like to work in the community, our case manager will set up an appointment with DARS (Department of Assistive and Rehabilitation Services) to complete an application. DARS is connected with many local employers and will match your loved one with the perfect employer based on their skills and desires. After
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Yes, if you are in the HCS program and your income does not exceed the SSI minimum which is approximately $735. If you are in the HCS program, your loved one is eligible for food stamps. It depends on their income and their financial responsibilities such as rent and utilities. Typically, in our program, if
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You have a choice to allow us to be representative payee or for you to be representative payee. If you remain representative payee, you will be responsible for all money and obligations required by Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare, Food Stamps, and other government entities
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None. Medicare and Medicaid cover your loved ones basic needs. There are no fees involved with using our programs.
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The local authority service coordinator will usually start the application. The application process could take 45 to 60 days to complete. When the local authority sends us a copy of the application, we can follow up with HHSC once you have signed a form for Appointment of an Authorized Representative to Allow Another Person to
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Our benefits coordinating department has over 20 years of experience in working through Medicaid issues, and we are here to help you in any way that we can. We prepare over 250 Medicaid applications and renewals annually and will be glad to assist you with your paperwork.
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If you choose for us to be the representative payee, we will complete all monthly, quarterly, and annual paperwork required to continue Medicaid, food stamps, Medicare, social security and other government entities.
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