Wash. Admin. Code § 388-826-0740 – What happens when a client, parent, or legal representative requests a different provider?

(1) A client, parent, or legal representative requesting a change in provider must notify the DDA social service specialist and provider.
(2) DDA will work with the parent or legal representative to determine whether the parent or legal representative's concerns can be addressed with the current provider.
(3) If the parties do not come to a resolution:
1. (a) The client may return to the family home until a qualified residential service provider is identified; or
2. (b) The client may remain with the current provider until another qualified provider is selected by the parent or legal representative.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 71A.12.040. WSR 25-11-094, amended and recodified as s 388-826-0740, filed 5/21/25, effective 7/1/25. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and chapters 71A.28, 74.13 RCW. WSR 21-15-059, § 388-826-0205, filed 7/15/21, effective 8/15/21. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 74.13.350. WSR 18-23-004, § 388-826-0205, filed 11/7/18, effective 12/8/18.]