SERVICE PLANNING AND DELIVERY

1. (a) A PRS agency shall complete an assessment of an individual prior to developing the IRP.

2. (b) The assessment shall be completed in collaboration with the individual and as directed by the individual, with formal and natural supports, including family members, and must:

   1. (1) Identify the functioning of the individual in the living, learning, working, socializing and wellness domains.
   2. (2) Identify the strengths and needs of the individual.
   3. (3) Identify the existing and needed natural and formal supports, including other health care facilities and human services programs.
   4. (4) Identify the specific skills, supports and resources the individual needs and prefers to accomplish stated goals.
   5. (5) Identify the cultural needs and preferences of the individual.
   6. (6) Be signed by the individual and staff.

   7. (7) Be updated annually and when one of the following occurs:

      1. (i) The individual requests an update.

         (i.1) The individual’s identified needs change.

      2. (ii) The individual completes a goal.
      3. (iii) The individual is not progressing on stated goals.

Authority

The provisions of this § 5230.61 amended under sections 911 and 1021 of the Human Services Code (62 P.S. § § 911 and 1021).

Source

The provisions of this § 5230.61 amended January 17, 2025, effective January 18, 2025, 55 Pa.B. 463. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (413378).

Cross References

This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 5230.31 (relating to admission requirements).