Texas Council on Consumer Direction

Texas Council on Consumer Direction advises on the development, implementation, expansion, and delivery of services through consumer direction, in all programs offering long-term services and supports that enhance a consumer's ability to have freedom and exercise control and authority over the consumer's choices, regardless of age or disability. Consumer Directed Services (CDS) has more information about the CDS option. The adopted rules that outline the Council's statute authority, purpose, tasks, reporting requirements and membership are located at the Texas Register.  Members: Karen Daly, Chair Consumer Georgetown, TX Helen Baker, Vice Chair Financial Management Services Agency (FMSA) Representative San Antonio, TX Ellen Bauman Advocate for persons with disabilities Joshua, TX David Blackberby Advocate San Antonio, TX Len Davis FMSA Representative Aubrey, TX Darla Hill Personal Care Attendant Arlington, TX Amy Litzinger Consumer Austi