Utah Administrative Code
Topic - Human Services
Title R510 - Aging and Adult Services
Rule R510-302 - Adult Protective Services
Section R510-302-3 - Principles

Universal Citation: UT Admin Code R 510-302-3

Current through Bulletin 2024-06, March 15, 2024

(1) Adult Protective Services (APS) shall respect the lifestyle that is knowingly and voluntarily chosen by the vulnerable adult.

(2) A vulnerable adult with capacity to consent has the right to self-determination.

(3) Services provided are voluntary unless court ordered.

(4) Services provided should be the least restrictive possible.

(5) Services provided shall be community-based unless community-based services are unavailable.

(6) Adult Protective Services shall encourage a vulnerable adult's family and community to take responsibility for providing necessary services.

(7) Adult Protective Services shall coordinate and cooperate with other agencies to protect vulnerable adults.

(8) Adult Protective Services shall treat vulnerable adults and others in a courteous, dignified and professional manner.

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