Primary Home Care (PHC) Program
This program is a nontechnical, medically related personal care service provided to adults whose health problems cause them to be functionally limited in performing activities of daily living, according to a statement of medical need.
PHC provider agencies also provide Family Care services. This service also is a nonskilled, nontechnical service provided to eligible clients who are functionally limited in performing daily activities.
Covered services
- Escort: Attendants accompanying clients on trips to obtain medical diagnosis, treatment, or both. This service does not include the direct transportation of the client by the attendant.
- Home Management: Assistance with housekeeping activities that support the client’s health and safety, including:
- changing bed linens
- housekeeping
- laundering
- shopping
- storing purchased items
- washing dishes
- Personal Care: Assistance with activities related to the care of the client’s physical health, including:
- bathing
- dressing
- grooming
- routine hair and skin care
- preparing meals
- feeding
- exercising
- helping with self-administered medication
- toileting
- transferring/ambulating
Financial eligibility requirements
Financial eligibility is determined by the verification of the applicant's Medicaid status by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services.
Other eligibility requirements
- Be age 21 or older or be enrolled in the Consumer Attendant Services program.
- Need help with at least one personal care task.
- Have an unmet need for services.
- Have a practitioner's statement of medical need.
Availability
Services are available statewide in every county.
How to apply for services
Contact your local DADS office.
To learn more
- Primary Home Care provider website
- Access and Intake Community Options Manual (PDF format)
- DADS Reference Guide
Updated: February 23, 2011