Texas has 13 state supported living centers which are managed by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. There are centers in all parts of the state. They specialize in helping people who have medical and behavioral problems. Visit the living center website to learn more. Service Planning.
IDD can begin at any time, up to 22 years of age. It usually lasts throughout a person's lifetime. People who have IDD have problems with major life activities such as: Language.
Some services — such as those for children — have age limits. Others are for people of all ages. In Texas, your local IDD authority will determine if you can get services. To get services, one of the following must apply: You must have a diagnosis of IDD.
The State Plan provides requirements for and guidance to districts as they meet the unique needs of the gifted/talented population in Texas.
The 30 hours of G/T foundational training, 6 hours of update, and administrator/counselor training are coordinated by the local district.
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