Caregivers in Texas are not required by law to be licensed, but many agencies and private employers may prefer caregivers who have undergone training or certification programs, such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certifications.
Application Process State residents should contact their local Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) agency to apply. Alternatively, persons can call the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 1-855-937-2372 for assistance. As part of the application process, an in-person interview will be completed.
Income limits to qualify for Medicaid long-term care in Texas are: Single: $2,829 per month for Institutional Medicaid and Medicaid Waivers, or $943 per month for Regular Medicaid. Married applying jointly: $5,658 per month for Institutional Medicaid and Medicaid Waivers, or $1,415 per month for Regular Medicaid.
Families must meet income guidelines to qualify for child care assistance. A family's income must not exceed 85 percent of the state median income for a family of the same size and whose assets do not exceed $1 million.
The Report of Pregnancy Form H3037 serves a critical purpose in determining the eligibility of low-income pregnant women for Medicaid and financial assistance. It collects necessary medical information to assess the applicant's needs and streamline access to vital health services.
A caregiver must: (1) Be at least 18 years of age; (2) Have a high school diploma or its equivalent, and upon request verify completion of any high school equivalency program with original documentation to us. (3) Meet the requirements in Subchapter F of Chapter 745 of this title (relating to Background Checks);