The profession of Residential Care is dedicated to providing quality care to the elderly and mentally challenged in a safe and secure environment. The professional relationships between provider and client must be governed by the highest moral and ethical values.

• Provider shall adhere to the licensure requirements of Chapter 247 of the Texas Department of Human Services Health and Safety Code.
• Provider shall pursue licensure before the capacity of any of their facilities exceeds three residents unrelated to the owner.
• Provider shall provide services without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or political affiliation.
• Provider shall obtain informed, written consent from a client or guardian before releasing confidential information, except as required by law.
• Provider shall provide a clear description of services, fees, and billings.
• Provider shall not misrepresent qualification, credentials or services in any written or verbal advertisement.
• Provider shall maintain their annual required CEUs.
• Provider shall adhere to the Residents Bill of Rights.
• Provider shall report any situations endangering the heath and safety of residents to the Texas Department of Human Services (i.e. financial exploitation, abuse, neglect, etc.)
• Provider shall not accept inappropriate residents consistent with State standards. Also, providers should assist with relocating residents that become inappropriate.
• Provider shall strive to assure cooperation between all of the individuals involved in providing services and care to residents.