Texas Health and Safety Code 555.201 – Definition
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Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 555.201
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
In this chapter, “essential caregiver” means a family member, friend, guardian, or other individual selected by a resident, resident’s guardian, or resident’s legally authorized representative for in-person visits.