1. (1) Supportive services provided by the domestic violence program must align with the survivor-centered and empowerment service model described in this chapter, and must also:

   1. (a) Include a discussion of safety and options with each victim of domestic violence seeking assistance;
   2. (b) Be respectful, respond to each client's life situation, and respect each person's right to self-determination;
   3. (c) Be provided in a safe and supportive environment that offers the client the opportunity to examine the events that led to the need for domestic violence services; and
   4. (d) Be provided in a private setting for the comfort of the client and to protect the client's right to confidentiality.

2. (2) Domestic violence programs must provide the following:

   1. (a) A location with a private setting to meet and assist victims of domestic violence who have a need for community advocacy or supportive services;
   2. (b) A dedicated telephone line that serves as the contact number for the domestic violence program;
   3. (c) Language and disability access;
   4. (d) Crisis intervention;
   5. (e) Safety planning;
   6. (f) Individual advocacy, including legal advocacy;
   7. (g) Support groups;
   8. (h) Child care assistance during individual advocacy sessions and support groups for the adult victim;
   9. (i) Emergency transportation assistance or access to transportation;
   10. (j) Information and referral; and
   11. (k) Community education and prevention efforts.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.123 RCW. WSR 18-09-015, § 388-61A-1025, filed 4/10/18, effective 5/11/18.]