Section 400.12503. Policy and procedures.

(1) An agency shall have and follow written policies and procedures for the independent living services provided.

(2)  The policies and procedures shall cover at least all of the following areas:

(a)   Eligibility requirements for youth to participate in the program.

(b)   Types of living arrangements provided or approved.

(c)   Contract between youth and agency.

(d)  Service plans.

(e)   Supervision provided by the agency.

(f)  Amount of financial support and how it is disbursed.

(g)   Education/vocational training/employment.

(h)   Medical, dental, and mental health care.

(i)   Independent living record.

(j)   Termination.

(3)    An agency shall provide a youth in independent living with a copy of the agency’s policies and procedures required by this rule.

History: 1998-2000 AACS; 2014 AACS.