Code of Ethics

The profession of Assisted Living/Residential Care is dedicated to providing quality care to the elderly and persons with disabilities in a safe and secure environment. The professional relationships between provider and client must be governed by the highest moral and ethical values.

Provider shall adhere to the licensure requirements of Chapter 247 of the Texas Department of Human Services Health and Safety Code.
Provider shall pursue licensure before the capacity of any of their facilities exceeds three residents unrelated to the owner.
Provider shall provide services without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or political affiliation.
Provider shall obtain informed, written consent from a client or guardian before releasing confidential information, except as required by law.
Provider shall provide a clear description of services, fees, and billings.
Provider shall not misrepresent qualifications, credentials or services in any written or verbal advertisement.
Provider shall maintain their annual required CEUs.
Provider shall adhere to the Residents' Bill of Rights.
Provider shall report any situations endangering the heath and safety of residents to the Texas Department of Human Services (i.e. financial exploitation, abuse, neglect, etc.)
Provider shall not accept inappropriate residents consistent with state standards. Also, providers should assist with relocating residents that become inappropriate.
Provider shall strive to assure cooperation between all of the individuals involved in providing services and care to residents.
Illegal, unethical or incompetent conduct shall be in violation of this Code of Ethics.
Violation of this Code of Ethics is just cause for suspension or expulsion from TORCH membership per the procedures outline in the TORCH By-Laws.