1. A. Each F/EA’s written policies and procedures, at a minimum, shall ensure the employer’s right to:

   1. 1. confidentiality;
   2. 2. privacy;
   3. 3. impartial access to F/EA services regardless of race, religion, sex, ethnicity, or disability;
   4. 4. access to the interpretive services, translated material and similar accommodations as appropriate;
   5. 5. access to his/her records upon the participant’s written consent for release of information;
   6. 6. an explanation of the nature of services to be received;
   7. 7. file a complaint or grievance without retribution, retaliation, or discharge;
   8. 8. have access to information related to tracking their budget and service balance; and
   9. 9. discontinue services with their F/EA and choose another F/EA.

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and Title XIX of the Social Security Act.

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing, the Office of Aging and Adult Services, and the Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, LR 49:1563 (September 2023).