Texas Human Resources Code

§ 137.253 — TYPES OF HOME VISITING PROGRAMS

HR § 137.253Title 9. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES · Ch. 137. FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES · Art. F. TEXAS HOME VISITING PROGRAM

(a)A home visiting program is classified as either an evidence-based program or a promising practice program.

(b)An evidence-based program is a home visiting program that:

(1)is research-based and grounded in relevant, empirically based knowledge and program-determined outcomes;

(2)is associated with a national organization, institution of higher education, or national or state public health institute;

(3)has comprehensive standards that ensure high-quality service delivery and continuously improving quality;

(4)has demonstrated significant positive short-term and long-term outcomes;

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