Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 593.028. Respite Care

(1) there is persuasive evidence that the proposed resident is a person with an intellectual disability;

(2) space is available at the facility for which respite care is requested;

(3) the facility director determines that the facility provides services that meet the needs of the proposed resident; and

(4) the proposed resident or the proposed resident's family urgently requires assistance or relief that can be provided within a period not to exceed 30 consecutive days after the date of admission.

(1) the facility director determines that the relief may be provided in the additional period; and

(2) the parties agreeing to the original placement consent to the extension.