| Description | This regulation protects the rights of all clients who are served in state operated facilities. |
| State Authority | Title 37.1-84.1 of the Code of Virginia |
| 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 state mental health and mental retardation facilities. To clearly articulate the responsibilities of state mental health and mental retardation facilities in ensuring the rights of patients and residents. To clearly articulate a complaint review and resolution process and to specify 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12 VAC 35-110-10 et seq. Rules and Regulations to Assure the Rights of Residents of Facilities Operated by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/21/2001. |