Can You Have Cameras In HCBS Settings?

by | May 16, 2026

May 16th, 2026 The HCBS Settings rule does not allow the use of cameras in a resident’s bedroom or other areas where privacy is expected, unless a state’s waiver application calls for it and has been approved by CMS. Some providers have expressed that they serve some individuals whose guardians “demand” the use of cameras to monitor health status (such as a person with high medical needs or seizures) or to ensure no abuse occurs. It is our...

Letter To Providers From Twogether Consulting: May 15th, 2026

by | May 15, 2026

May 15th, 2026 From Twogether Consulting Hello Everyone! This month is the beginning of tornado season in Texas, and hurricane season starts next month, so please do your due diligence to be prepared for emergencies and emergency evacuations. IDD Providers please make sure emergency evacuation plans are in place and that you follow your program rules & regulations.  (i.e., TAC code changes).  In addition, ensure staff are trained and aware of their...

ISS Updates & New Rules (HCS/TxHmL)

by | May 14, 2026

May 14th, 2026 ISS “After-Hour Care” Clarification Update Question From Providers Regarding ISS “After-Hour Care”:  Can an Individualized Skills and Socialization provider charge a family or individual for ‘after-hour ISS care’ until the family or other designated individual is able to pick the individual up? Based on the September 2025 ISS FAQs (see below), it appears that charging families who need, request, and are willing to...

“Do You Know About “Adult Services?” In Texas (Link To 05-12-26 Recorded Webinar) Hosted By Consolidated Planning Group

by | May 13, 2026

May 13th, 2026 Our good friends at Consolidated Planning Group invited us to share this information. May 12, 2026 Webinar “Do You Know About “Adult Services?” In Texas?   A Consolidated Planning Group Panel Webinar In case you missed it, below is the contact info for panelists who participated, as well as the link to the recording from the session.  Super helpful discussion about ISS options, both licensed ISS and unlicensed DH opportunities and...

HHSC Road Show Trainings

by | May 10, 2026

May 10th, 2026 HHSC Roadshow Training Opportunities Are Open For Registration  Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is hosting a roadshow training across the state of Texas from May-Aug. 2026. Our first stop is Austin, May 27-28! Join us for a two-day comprehensive, in-person training focused on Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) programs. Connect with HHSC subject matter experts for real-time technical assistance across program, policy,...