Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services

DARS News

New DARS Program Announced

DARS is embarking on an exciting new initiative that will soon expand our services to provide assistance for children with autism. With a $5 million grant authorized by the Legislative Budget Board and the Governor’s Office, DARS will offer a limited program designed to serve Texas children ages 3-8 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. | More information on New DARS Program...

DARS Survey Now Online

The Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), and the Rehabilitation Council of Texas are conducting a web-based survey of persons who are well acquainted with the needs of persons with disabilities. Read more about the DARS survey.

DARS Seeking More Clients for Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program

The increase in funding from the state legislature means more clients will be served and the time clients spend on the waiting list will be greatly shortened. That announcement comes today from the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) in regards to its Comprehensive Rehabilitation Service (CRS) program which assists Texans with brain and spinal cord injuries.  | More information on Comprenhensive Rehabilitation Services Program...

Successful Legislative Session for DARS

The 80th Legislative Session has come to a close. The Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services had a very successful session. The success was a result of the hard work by members of the legislature and the great support we received from our stakeholders.  | More information on Successful 80th Legislative Session...


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DARS Overview

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The Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services, or DARS, administers programs that ensure Texas is a state where people with disabilities, and children who have developmental delays, enjoy the same opportunities as other Texans to live independent and productive lives.

The department has four divisions:

Through these divisions, DARS administers programs that help Texans with disabilities find jobs through vocational rehabilitation, ensure that Texans with disabilities live independently in their communities, and assist families in helping their children under age 3 with disabilities and delays in development reach their full potential.

It is a fundamental value of DARS to listen, to learn, and to be responsive to our stakeholders and our consumers in an ongoing effort to make programs and services even better. If you have suggestions or comments, please call the DARS Inquiries Unit at 1-800-628-5115, or email DARS.Inquiries@dars.state.tx.us