| Description | This regulation protects the rights of all clients in community programs that are licensed or funded by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services |
| State Authority | Title 37.1-84.1 |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Exempt from APA | No, changes to this chapter are subject to the Administrative Process Act. |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
To clearly articulate the human rights of every individual receiving care and treatment in community programs licensed by DMHMRSAS. To clearly articulate the responsibilities of community programs in ensuring the rights of consumers. To clearly articulate the complaint review and resolution process and to specify the procedures and time frames for the review of complaints of rights violations. To minimize the costs and intrusiveness of human rights regulatory requirements and administrative procedures to consumers, families, and provider organizations. |
| Meetings |
| Name / Title: | Ruth Anne Walker / Director of Regulatory Affairs |
| Address: |
Jefferson Bldg. 1220 Bank St., 4th Floor Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | ruthanne.walker@dbhds.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)225-2252 FAX: (804)371-4609 TDD: (804)371-8977 |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rules and Regulations to Assure the Rights of Clients in Community Programs Licensed or Funded by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/21/2001. |