Texas Administrative Code
Title 25 - HEALTH SERVICES
Part 1 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES
Chapter 414 - RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS OF PERSONS RECEIVING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Subchapter L - ABUSE, NEGLECT, AND EXPLOITATION IN LOCAL AUTHORITIES AND COMMUNITY CENTERS
Section 414.551 - Purpose

Universal Citation: 25 TX Admin Code ยง 414.551

Current through Reg. 49, No. 38; September 20, 2024

The purpose of this subchapter is to implement § 48.255(c) of the Human Resources Code, which requires TDMHMR to develop joint rules with the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services (TDPRS) to facilitate investigations in local authorities and community centers and to describe the requirements for:

(1) reporting allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of persons served;

(2) ensuring the safety and protections of persons served involved in allegations;

(3) facilitating investigations; and

(4) ensuring proper disciplinary or other action is taken when abuse, neglect, or exploitation is confirmed.

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