Care Homes in Arlington

Facts About Residential Care Homes in Arlington, TX

In the state of Texas, Residential Care Homes are where food and shelter are provided to four or more persons, unrelated to the owner. Personal care services, assistance with or supervision of the administration of medication, and minor treatment under the direction and supervision of a physician are provided as needed. Personal care services include assistance with feeding, dressing, moving, bathing, and more. Limited facilities are designated as Type A, Type B, and Type C (also called Adult Foster Care facilities). 

• Type A facilities may only accept residents who are able to evacuate the premises unassisted, are able to follow directions under emergency conditions and do not require routine attendance during nighttime sleeping hours.
• Type B facilities may accept residents who do not qualify for a Type A facility but only if these residents are not permanently bed fast.
• Type C facilities are 4-bed facilities that meet the minimum standards and rules for enrollment in the DADS Adult Foster Care home program.

DADS (Department of Aging and Disability Services) inspects and regulates assisted living facilities. The department conducts routine inspections of licensed facilities and also conducts complaint investigations in these facilities.