The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.(1) Accrediting organization:(A) the National Alliance for Recovery Residences; or(B) the Oxford House Incorporated.(2) Applicant--A recovery house applying for accreditation.(3) HHSC--The Texas Health and Human Services Commission.(4) Personal care services--In accordance with Texas Health and Safety Code (THSC) §247.002:(A) assistance with feeding, dressing, moving, bathing, or other personal needs or maintenance; or(B) general supervision or oversight of the physical and mental well-being of a person who needs assistance to maintain a private and independent residence in an assisted living facility or who needs assistance to manage the person's personal life, regardless of whether a guardian has been appointed for the person.(5) Recovery house--In accordance with THSC §469.001, a shared living environment that:(A) promotes sustained recovery from substance use disorders by integrating residents into the surrounding community and providing a setting that connects residents to supports and services promoting sustained recovery from substance use disorders;(B) is centered on peer support; and(C) is free from alcohol and drug use.(6) State health care regulatory agency--In accordance with THSC §161.131, a state agency that licenses a health care professional.(7) THSC--Texas Health and Safety Code.