A district may, if necessary to provide mental health services to the residents of the creating hospital districts:
(1) acquire and hold title to, construct, operate, manage, and maintain real property, including improvements to real property;
(2) acquire, operate, manage, and maintain equipment and other personal property;
(3) enter into and perform contracts;
(4) appoint and employ officers, agents, and employees;
(5) sue and be sued;
(6) seek and accept gifts, grants, and donations; and
(7) perform other acts necessary to accomplish the purpose of the district.