Section 30. Criteria for mental health services transition planning

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A resident will be identified as having a recognized mental health, substance abuse, or other therapeutic need and will qualify for mental health services transition planning when one of the following criteria is met:

1. A qualified mental health professional determines that the resident has a current diagnosis for a mental illness that is likely to result in significant impairment in the resident's functioning in the community, including, but not limited to, the following: psychotic disorders, major affective disorders, substance use disorders, and posttraumatic stress disorder.

2. The resident is currently receiving medication treatment for a mental illness as described in subdivision 1 of this section and the provider has indicated a treatment necessity is to continue such medication upon release from the facility.

Historical Notes

Derived from Volume 24, Issue 05, eff. January 1, 2008.

Statutory Authority

§§ 16.1-293.1 and 66-10 of the Code of Virginia.

                    
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