1. (1) DDA must prepare a written plan for each resident to be transferred.

2. (2) These plans must:

   1. (a) Identify the location of available facilities that provide services appropriate and consistent with the resident's needs;
   2. (b) Provide for coordination between the staffs of the old and new agencies;
   3. (c) Allow for a pre-transfer visit, when the resident's condition permits, to the new facility, so the resident can become familiar with the new surroundings and residents;
   4. (d) Encourage active participation by the resident's guardian or family in the transfer preparation;
   5. (e) Facilitate discussions between the staffs of the old and new facilities regarding expectations;
   6. (f) Provide opportunities for consultations on request between the two staffs; and
   7. (g) Require follow-up by DDA to monitor the effects of the transfer.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 44.04.280. WSR 15-09-069, § 388-835-0095, filed 4/15/15, effective 5/16/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.20.140. WSR 01-10-013, § 388-835-0095, filed 4/20/01, effective 5/21/01.]