1850-S2.E AMS DECC S3195.2

E2SHB 1850 - S AMD - 485

By Senator Deccio

                                                   ADOPTED 4/18/97

    On page 4, line 38, after "persons;" strike "and"

E2SHB 1850 - S AMD - 485

By Senator Deccio

                                                   ADOPTED 4/18/97

    On page 5, line 3, after "system" insert ";

    (h) Describe current facilities and services that provide long-term care to all types of chronically disabled individuals in the state including Revised Code of Washington requirements, Washington Administrative Code rules, allowable occupancy, typical clientele, discharge practices, agency oversight, rates, eligibility requirements, entry process, social and health services and other services provided, staffing standards, and physical plant standards;

    (i) Determine the extent to which the current long-term care system meets the health and safety needs of the state's long-term care population and is appropriate for the specific and identified needs of the residents in all settings;

    (j) Assess the adequacy of the discharge and referral process in protecting the health and safety of long-term care clients;

    (k) Determine the extent to which training and supervision of direct care staff are adequate to ensure safety and appropriate care;

    (l) Identify opportunities for consolidation between categories of care; and

    (m) Determine if payment rates are adequate to cover the varying costs of clients with different levels of need"

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EFFECT:  This language further clarifies that the long-term care study authorized in the legislation will include a review of current programs and services and will also include a close look at health and safety issues for long-term care residents.