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Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of 1135 Medicaid Waiver
March 31, 2020Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services has approved the Section 1135 Medicaid Waiver submitted by the HHSC. This approval grants Texas flexibility in administering Medicaid while the state continues to respond to COVID-19.
Governor Abbott Announces HHSC Request of 1135 Medicaid Waiver
March 26, 2020Governor Greg Abbott announced that the HHSC has submitted a Section 1135 Medicaid Waiver to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. If approved, this would grant Texas flexibility in administering Medicaid while the state continues to respond to COVID-19.
Gov. Abbott Announces Temporary Waiver for Hospitals to Increase Unused Bed Capacity
March 17, 2020Gov. Greg Abbott announced a temporary waiver for hospitals to increase unused bed capacity without submitting an application or associated fees. This precautionary measure will help ensure Texas hospitals across the state have adequate care capacity for patients.
New Long-Term Care Facilities Council Meeting
February 27, 2020The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is hosting its first meeting of the new Long-term Care Facilities Council.
Donate $1 to the BEST Program When You Renew Your ID
February 25, 2020When Texans renew or apply for their driver’s license or ID, they can donate to HHS’ Blindness Education, Screening and Treatment program.
Mental Health Creative Arts Contest Seeking Entries
February 14, 2020The 2020 Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest is accepting entries for original artwork, writing and photography.
Weather-related Office Closures
February 5, 2020Due to inclement weather conditions impacting areas of the state, HHS offices in several counties are closed today.
Become a Volunteer Long-Term Care Ombudsman
February 5, 2020Long-term care ombudsman programs engage volunteers to work alongside staff ombudsmen to protect the health, safety, welfare and rights of residents of nursing and assisted living facilities.
Texas is Monitoring Novel Coronavirus Outbreak
January 24, 2020The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in monitoring the developing outbreak.
Lufkin SSLC, Stephen F. Austin State University Team Up to Provide Training
January 21, 2020Lufkin State Supported Living Center provides training for new direct support staff to assist residents who are blind or have visual impairment.
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