Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
 
Board
State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
 
chapter
Certified Recovery Residences [12 VAC 35 ‑ 260]
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5/19/24  6:48 pm
Commenter: Chelsie Taliaferro

VARR
 

There appears to be significant conflicts of interest within the VARR organization. My primary concern lies with the overlap between the board members being the owner/operators of the recovery residences receiving VARR funding. 

This overlap raises red flags regarding potential misuse of funds. Reports of run-down facilities, lack of resources, and unsafe conditions for participants suggest a misallocation of resources intended to support addicts in their recovery. 

It's crucial that VARR implements stricter oversight measures to ensure transparency and responsible use of funding. We must prioritize the well-being of the very people VARR aims to support -- those battling addiction 

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