Texas Department Of Aging And Disability Services

Vision
Older Texans and persons with disabilities will be supported by a comprehensive and cost-effective service delivery system that promotes and enhances individual well-being, dignity, and choice.

Mission
The DADS mission is to provide a comprehensive array of aging and disability services, supports, and opportunities that are easily accessed in local communities.

Our key responsibilities to the citizens of Texas include:

Working in partnership with consumers, caregivers, service providers, and other stakeholders.
Developing and improving service options that are responsive to individual needs and preferences.
Ensuring and protecting self-determination, consumer rights, and safety.

Description:
DADS provides and contracts for long-term services and supports to older Texans and to children or adults with cognitive and physical disabilities. DADS also regulates facilities and agencies and accredits staff working in facilities and agencies.
DADS Volunteer and Community Engagement (VCE) office administers the agency's volunteer programs, community involvement efforts and public/private partnerships. Our focus is to support volunteer and cooperative initiatives that enhance the quality of life for individuals, as well as help individuals and communities prepare for the needs and demands of an aging population.

History:
The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) was established in September 2004 as a result of House Bill 2292 (78th Texas Legislature). DADS strives to provide a comprehensive array of aging and disability services, supports and opportunities that are easily accessed in local communities.

Contact person: Camden Frost, Program Specialist, (512) 438-4266, (email)

Office fax number: (512) 438-4829

Address:

701 W. 51st Street Austin, TX 78751 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.volunteeratdads.org

Directions:

Note: Address is NOT the volunteer location, but a physical address for the agency. DADS is located at the intersection of 51st Street and N. Lamar Blvd. in the John H. Winters Complex.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: n/a,   Walk distance (in minutes): n/a   Nearest Bus Stop: 51st and N.Lamar, 30-40 minute walk For maps or information, please see http://www.capmetro.org/riding/trip_info.asp

Last updated on April 1, 2009