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In Memory of Gene Whitten-Legé by CTD Executive Director Dennis Borel
CTD bids farewell to a founding father of the CDS program in Texas, Gene Witten-Legé. Please click the link below to view this news...
Apr 2, 20211 min read


A Special Tribute
In Loving Memory of Gene Whitten-Legé Gene Whitten-Legé a 50+-year resident of Houston, Tx passed away 02/21/21 at the age of 82....
Mar 25, 20213 min read


Payroll Updates
In-Home Attendant Services is experiencing continuous technical difficulties due to inclement weather. Update: Widespread power outages...
Feb 16, 20211 min read


EVV Policy Update: 90 Day Visit Maintenance Temporary Policy
EVV Policy Update: 90 Day Visit Maintenance Temporary Policy HHSC posted the Electronic Visit Verification Temporary 90 Day Visit...
Jan 7, 20211 min read


DSHS Updates COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ
DSHS Updates COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Question DSHS updated their FAQ page to include community-based intermediate care...
Jan 5, 20211 min read


EVV Updates
As of tomorrow, your employee’s time is supposed to be reported in EVV. Due to various obstacles and system problems, you will need to...
Dec 31, 20201 min read


CDS Employers Must Be Ready to Use EVV on Jan. 1, 2021
HHSC wants to ensure Consumer Directed Services employers are aware of Electronic Visit Verification requirements. Participation in EVV...
Dec 24, 20201 min read


DSHS News Release
DSHS New Release: People 65 and older or with certain medical conditions in next phase for COVID-19 vaccine The state of Texas will...
Dec 24, 20202 min read
Information for FMSAs and CDS Employers
Information Letter 2020-22 (PDF) reminds FMSAs and CDS employers to comply with all applicable employment-related laws. This includes...
Jun 3, 20201 min read
CARES Act Summary Provided By: Congressman Dan Crenshaw
The following information is a summary of the CARES Act provided from Congressman Dan Crenshaw dated April 13, 2020. The CARES Act will...
Apr 23, 20202 min read
COVID-19 Materials Now Available in ASL
The Governor's Committee on People with Disabilities (GCPD) and the Office of the Governor (OOG) have made materials available in...
Apr 23, 20201 min read
Submit your COVID-19 Health and Education Policy Questions
Submit your COVID-19 Health and Education Policy Questions to the link below. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXGOV/bulletins/28...
Apr 23, 20201 min read
County and City SIP Orders
To check your area, you can search your county or city name along with "SIP COVID Orders" (Ex: Travis County SIP Order COVID). Dallas...
Apr 23, 20201 min read
COVID-19 Guidance for FMSAs and CDS Employers
To view COVID-19 Guidance for FMSAs and CDS Employers from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, please visit:...
Mar 24, 20201 min read
TWC Website Updates - FAQs
Basic Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs Q: What precautions does the federal or state government recommend to lower the risk of COVID-19...
Mar 23, 20205 min read
COVID-19 Guidance for Adults with Disabilities on Managing Personal Care Attendants
For guidance for adults with disabilities on managing personal care attendants please visit this link:https://content.govdelivery.com/acc...
Mar 23, 20201 min read
City Lockdown Myth 3.20.2020
The Mayor and HPD announced on ABC that there is no city lockdown planned. There is a lot of intentional misinformation going around -...
Mar 20, 20201 min read
Seeking Medical Care?
If you, your family or attendant needs help finding a doctor or accessing medical care, HHS says to call 2-1-1 and they can direct you to...
Mar 20, 20201 min read
COVID-19: Message to all Employers and Designated Representatives
Here at In-Home Attendant Services the health and well-being of our employers, clients and employees is one of our top priorities. We do...
Mar 17, 20201 min read
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