Provider Letter No. 17-03 - April 24 - DADS released a new provider letter to clarify guidance on reporting ANE to DFPS by an ICF/IID exempt from licensure (referred to in this Provider Letter as a “facility). Guidelines for Reporting Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE) to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Reporting Incidents to the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). A flow chart showing the reporting requirements and a checklist to use … [Read more...] about New Letter to clarify guidance on reporting Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation and investigating incidents reportable to DADS
Clarification of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE)
Provider Letter No. 16-36 –Clarification of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE)Self-Reporting and “Duty to Report” RequirementsHCSSA is required by the Texas Administrative Code, Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 97, §97.249, to self-report to both the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) incidents of ANE of HCSSA clients by HCSSA staff. By contrast, HCSSA employees, as well as all citizens, are required by the Texas … [Read more...] about Clarification of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE)
HCSSA Self-reports of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation and Provider Investigation Report Form
Provider Letter No. 16-22 HCSSA Self-reports of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation and Provider Investigation Report Form (DADS Form 3613) (Replaces PL 06-12) A HCSSA must self-report all allegations of abuse, neglect and/or exploitation (ANE) to both the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) as required by Texas Health and Safety Code §142.018 and the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 97, … [Read more...] about HCSSA Self-reports of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation and Provider Investigation Report Form
DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job
After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top JobAUSTIN – Judge John Specia Jr. announced his intention to retire as Commissioner of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) effective May 31, 2016."Judge Specia is a dynamic leader and has proven himself a true public servant for three decades," Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Chris Traylor said. "His career will always be defined by his commitment to children, … [Read more...] about DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job
After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job
After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job AUSTIN – Judge John Specia Jr. today announced his intention to retire as Commissioner of the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) effective May 31, 2016. “Judge Specia is a dynamic leader and has proven himself a true public servant for three decades,” Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Chris Traylor said. “His career will always be defined by his commitment to … [Read more...] about After Three Decades of Public Service, DFPS Commissioner Specia Stepping Down from Top Job
Tonya Craft Trial
If you want to see a real mess of a trial involving allegations of molestation of children, go to William Anderson's great blog. You can also follow this travesty on Twitter. … [Read more...] about Tonya Craft Trial
