PDFWAC 388-835-0130
What rights are available to a resident regarding a proposed transfer?
(1) A resident, their guardian, next-of-kin, or responsible party must be notified in writing at least thirty days before any transfer occurs.
(2) The transfer notice must include:
(a) The reasons supporting the proposed transfer;
(b) A statement that the resident or any other individual designated by the resident has a right to a conference with a DDA representative within twenty-eight days of receipt of the notice;
(c) A statement that the resident has the right to request a hearing to contest the department's decision within thirty days of the notice;
(d) Information as to how a hearing can be requested;
(e) A statement that the resident has the right to be represented at the hearing by an authorized representative; and
(f) Information regarding the availability and location of legal services within the resident's community.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.030 and 44.04.280. WSR 15-09-069, § 388-835-0130, filed 4/15/15, effective 5/16/15. Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.20.140. WSR 01-10-013, § 388-835-0130, filed 4/20/01, effective 5/21/01.]