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Texas Medicaid Waivers
Texas has 7 waivers that use Medicaid funds for long-term home and community-based services for people with disabilities. Parents are encouraged to place their Child's name on as many lists as possible. The waitlist can be up to 15 years long.
Waivers are managed by the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Use the following links to begin planning for your child's future.
Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS)
Deaf Blind with Multiple Disabilities (DBMD)
Home and Community-based Services (HCS)
Medically Dependent Children Program (MDCP)
STAR+PLUS Home and Community-based Services (HCBS)
Youth Empowerment Services (YES)
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Parent Resources
SPEDTex The Texas Special Education Information Center
Parent Notice- STAAR 5th & 8th HB 657
Notice of Procedural Safeguards (English)
Notice of Procedural Safeguards (other languages)
Parent's Guide to the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Process (English)
Guía Para Padres del Proceso de Admisión, Repaso, y Retiro
Texas Transition and Employment Guide
Guía de Transición y Empleo de Texas
