Virginia Administrative Code
Title 22 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Agency 40 - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 740 - ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Section 22VAC40-740-31 - Application for the provision of services

Universal Citation: 2 VA Admin Code 40-740-31

Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 9, December 16, 2024

A. Local departments are authorized to receive and investigate reports of suspected adult abuse, neglect and exploitation pursuant to Article 2 (§ 63.2-1603 et seq.) of Chapter 16 of Title 63.2 of the Code of Virginia.

B. Upon completion of the investigation and the determination that the adult is in need of protective services, the adult protective services worker must obtain an application signed by the adult in need of services or his representative prior to service provision.

C. The application process is designed to assure the prompt provision of needed adult protective services including services to adults who are not able to complete and sign a service application.

D. Persons who may complete and sign an application for adult protective services on behalf of an adult who needs the service include:

1. The adult who will receive the services or the adult's legally appointed guardian or conservator;

2. Someone authorized by the adult; or

3. The local department.

Statutory Authority

§ 63.2-217 and Article 2 ( § 63.2-1603 et seq.) of Chapter 16 of Title 63.2 of the Code of Virginia.

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