Long-Term Care Facilities to Follow Texas HHSC Guidance Regarding Visitations Following Gov. Abbott's Executive Order
Area Agency on Aging • March 5, 2021
On Tuesday, March 2, Governor Greg Abbott issued an Executive Order (EO) related to the COVID-19 Pandemic in Texas. The EO covered capacity limitations for businesses and the mask mandate that has been in effect since July 2, 2020.
Gov. Abbott's EO rescinded the mask mandate and allows businesses to operate at 100% capacity as of Wednesday, March 10.
Based on the information provided, long-term care facilities are encouraged to follow guidance from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) regarding visitations.
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The Area Agency on Aging of East Texas is partnering with First Christian Church in Jacksonville to offer a free Benefits & Estate Planning Presentation for Seniors and Caregivers. The informative workshop will be held Thursday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to noon at the First Christian Church Sanctuary, 1920 Beaumont Street in Jacksonville. Presented by Paul Zambie, Managing Attorney with Texas Legal Services Center, the session will help attendees better understand legal and planning issues that can affect older adults and their families. Topics will include wills and trusts, deeds, transfer-on-death deeds, long-term care Medicaid, Medicaid estate recovery, and senior services. This free presentation is designed to give seniors and caregivers practical information to help prepare for life’s challenges and make informed decisions about the future. For more information, contact the Area Agency on Aging of East Texas at 903-218-6500 or 1-800-442-8845.
