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Consumer Directed Services grew from a simple but important idea: people receiving support should have a meaningful voice in who provides it, whe...

For much of the twentieth century, people with significant disabilities often had few alternatives to institutional care. That began to change wh...

Texas families often hear the HCS and Texas Home Living (TxHmL) interest lists called “waiting lists.” Because services may not be available imme...

What is an FMSA in Texas? Many families hear the term FMSA without understanding what it means.  If you are considering Consumer Directed Service...

Pay rates are one of the most common questions families ask about Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Texas, and for good reason.  If you are hir...

Many Texas Medicaid programs allow individuals and families to choose Consumer Directed Services (CDS) as their service delivery option.  Consume...

Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Texas often allows family members to work as paid caregivers.  Depending on the specific Medicaid program, th...

Service Coordinators are responsible for helping ensure individuals receive consistent, high-quality care. Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Te...

Member Advocate organizations play a vital role in connecting individuals to the right services in Texas. Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Tex...

Caregiver shortages continue to impact families across Texas, but Consumer Directed Services (CDS) in Texas offers a practical solution. By allow...