Helpful links & forms
We know it can be hard to find reliable information about home health, Medicare, privacy rights, elderly rights and emergency planning. We've gathered these trusted resources to help you and your loved ones stay informed, protected and prepared.
Organizations & websites
These external sites offer reliable information on Medicare, benefits, emergency preparedness and Texas health services.
Medicare & Benefits
- Medicare.gov
Official U.S. government site for Medicare health plan information and tools.
- Medicare.gov en Español
Información de Medicare en español para pacientes y familias.
- BenefitsCheckUp — NCOA
Free screening service to find benefit programs that help pay for medications, utilities, meals and more.
Rights of the Elderly
- ACL — Elder Rights Protection
Federal resources on elder rights, including the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and legal services.
- National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)
Information, resources and reporting guidance on elder abuse, neglect and exploitation.
- Medicare Rights Center
Free counseling and advocacy to help older adults understand and access their Medicare benefits.
- Texas Adult Protective Services
Report abuse, neglect or exploitation of older adults and people with disabilities in Texas.
Emergency Preparedness
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
National disaster response, preparedness guidance and assistance programs.
- FEMA: Resources for People with Disabilities
Disability integration and accessibility resources before, during and after emergencies.
- FEMA en Español
Información de preparación y respuesta ante desastres en español.
Texas Health & Human Services
- Texas HHS — Long-Term Care Services (formerly DADS)
Long-term services and supports for older Texans and people with disabilities, now administered by Texas Health and Human Services.
- Texas Department of State Health Services
Public health information, licensing and health improvement resources for Texas.
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP and other health and human services programs in Texas.
- Texas HHS — Disability Services (formerly DARS)
Rehabilitation, early childhood intervention and disability services for Texans, now administered by Texas Health and Human Services.
Home Care & Advocacy
- The Joint Commission
Independent, not-for-profit organization that accredits and certifies health care organizations.
- Alliance for Care at Home (formerly NAHC)
National association—formed by the merger of NAHC and NHPCO—offering consumer resources on choosing and working with a home care or hospice provider.
Forms, notices & guides
Important documents you can view, download or print, including our HIPAA privacy notice and Medicare handbooks.
Medicare and You
The official Medicare handbook in English.
Open PDFMedicare y Usted (en Español)
El manual oficial de Medicare en español.
Open PDFHIPAA Privacy Notice
How we protect your health information and privacy rights.
Open PDFFEMA's Guide to Disaster Preparedness
Step-by-step guidance for preparing your household before an emergency.
Open PDFChecklist for Emergency Preparedness
A printable checklist to help families plan for natural disasters and other emergencies.
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Have questions about these resources?
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