Patient Support Program for Decision-Making and Transition Services through Guardianship in State Hospitals

HHSC is an agency within the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) system. HHSC is seeking Applications to establish one or more Contract(s) to provide Guardianship Services to HHSC State Hospital patients Guardianship Services include filing an application with a court to become a guardian, and once appointed, providing assistance with decision-making and transition services for State Hospital patients in accordance with the specifications contained in this open enrollment. HHSC operates ten (10) State Hospitals for individuals with mental health needs. State Hospitals provide in-patient psychiatric care for adults, adolescents, and children. The State Hospitals served under this OE are located in Austin, Big Spring, El Paso, Kerrville, North Texas Wichita Falls, North Texas Vernon, Rio Grande, Rusk, San Antonio, Terrell, and Waco. To be considered for award, Applicants must submit a comprehensive Application which meets all the requirements of this OE and includes all requested documentation.