Brazoria County Center for Independent Living

Independent Living Services Program
HCIL under contract with the Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), is the provider of Independent Living Services for people with disabilities in the Texas Gulf Coast area. Low-Tech Assistive Technology

Eligibility Criteria

Must have a significant disability per state definitions
Must be present in Texas
HCIL Office Staff Gather Infromation Related

to:

The consumer's perspective, abilities, resources, limitations, and other issues that impact his/her ability to function in the home, family and/or community
Goals for independence
Services considered to address independence goals
Existing services provider relationships
Other considerations that will suport the eligibility decision
Information gathered will be documented in the confidential consumer service record. Mid-Tech Assistive Technology

HCIL Office Staff Required to Collect the Following:

Household financial information
Consumer's household size & adjusted gross income
Documentation for any allowable deductions
Consumer's Participation Fee based upon federal guidelines and state contract requirements
Signed original Consumer Participation Agreement
Consumer Participation Fee paid
Medical Information as needed
Complex REHAB Technology includes:

Individualized rehabilitation technology
Prosthetics
Vehicle modifications
Environmental control systems
Home modifications