SB 5243-S - DIGEST
(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB)

Requires the Yakima Valley School to: (1) Use its facilities to develop an evaluation and treatment center and provide evaluation and treatment crisis services; and

(2) Operate crisis stabilization beds and respite service beds as the capacity of the school allows and as the needs of the community require.

Requires the department of social and health services to continue to: (1) Provide respite services in residential habilitation centers; and

(2) Develop respite care in the community with a goal of allowing clients to access services where they choose.