Section 125.120  Overview

This Subpart describes the process by which the Department and/or designated staff assures the quality, the effectiveness and the continued appropriateness of aftercare services for each DLA recipient needing case coordination and/or mandated follow-up monitoring services which are intended to assure the following:

a)         The recipient's rights and desires have been taken into consideration through mutual planning, if feasible.

b)         The recipient's family has been included in the placement process, whenever possible, consistent with confidentiality requirements.

c)         The receiving agency/facility is best able to meet the recipient's needs.

1)         An individualized services plan has been completed by the discharging facility and accepted by the receiving agency/facility.

2)         Firm recipient referral has been effected and the recipient is being served by the receiving agency/facility.

3)         The joint planning process for the recipient's progress provides for the continuity of services within the services network.

d)         On an ongoing basis, a recipient is not being abused, neglected, or improperly cared for, and health needs are being met.

e)         The designated staff will offer appropriate treatment/habilitation alternatives as clinically indicated and assists, as appropriate, in transfers.