My question involves juvenile law in the State of: Texas
I'm currently seeking help for a friend of mine who lives in the state of Texas. Recently this year she had to drop out of high school to take care of her autistic 9 year old brother, as their parents can no longer be seen as fit to do such. Is there any help she can get? I've been researching shelters, attempting to find any sort of welfare opportunity, and other such things. She's getting a job when school starts for him so she can start saving up money. Currently the best (radical) idea seems to be emancipation, but is that an option for her, as she's only 16, and would she be able to take her brother with her? Or would it be best if she remains at the house until she's of age, gets her GED, and can fight for legal custody of her brother? Any and all help would be greatly appreciated in this situation.

