Section 388-835-0095. Is a transfer plan required for each resident?

(1) DDA must prepare a written plan for each resident to be transferred.

(2) These plans must:

(a) Identify the location of available facilities that provide services appropriate and consistent with the resident's needs;

(b) Provide for coordination between the staffs of the old and new agencies;

(c) Allow for a pre-transfer visit, when the resident's condition permits, to the new facility, so the resident can become familiar with the new surroundings and residents;

(d) Encourage active participation by the resident's guardian or family in the transfer preparation;

(e) Facilitate discussions between the staffs of the old and new facilities regarding expectations;

(f) Provide opportunities for consultations on request between the two staffs; and

(g) Require follow-up by DDA to monitor the effects of the transfer.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 44.04.280. WSR 15-09-069, § 388-835-0095, filed 4/15/15, effective 5/16/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.20.140. WSR 01-10-013, § 388-835-0095, filed 4/20/01, effective 5/21/01.]

RCW 71A.12.030 and 44.04.280. WSR 15-09-069, § 388-835-0095, filed 4/15/15, effective 5/16/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.20.140. WSR 01-10-013, § 388-835-0095, filed 4/20/01, effective 5/21/01.