TX HHS Form 8515. Guidelines for Determining Less Restrictive Setting

The TX HHS Form 8515, "Guidelines for Determining Less Restrictive Setting", is a crucial tool for determining the most suitable living arrangement for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This form helps solve the problem of identifying a less restrictive setting that meets the individual's needs and preferences.

Key features of this form include the collection of information on the person's preferences, including their preferred living arrangement, as well as their history of services and supports received from HHSC. The form also requires documentation of any level of need increase requests submitted to HHSC, as well as engagement with the Transition Support Team (TST) for complex medical and behavioral needs.

This form should be used when determining a less restrictive setting for an individual with intellectual or developmental disabilities who has received residential services from HHSC. The form is particularly relevant in scenarios where the individual's level of need may have increased, requiring a reassessment of their living arrangement. By completing this form, professionals can ensure that they are providing the most suitable and supportive environment for individuals with IDD.