WSR 23-07-079
DEPARTMENT OF
SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES
[Filed March 14, 2023, 2:09 p.m.]
NOTICE
Subject: Amendment to Adult Day Services for COPES and Residential Support Waivers to Continue Public Health Emergency Flexibilities.
Effective Date: August 1, 2023.
Description: The aging and long-term support administration (ALTSA) intends to submit amendments to the community options program entry system (COPES) and residential support waivers effective August 1, 2023, to continue a hybrid delivery model for providing adult day services after the public health emergency (PHE) Appendix K flexibility ends on November 11, 2023. Throughout the PHE, adult day service providers have successfully provided services using a hybrid service delivery model, utilizing in-person and/or telephonic or other electronic means. Adult day services will continue to utilize a client-centered approach and work with the client and/or their representative to determine the best services and service delivery model to meet the needs of the client.
The department of social and health services would appreciate any input or concerns regarding the waiver amendments. To request copies or submit comments, please contact the person named below (please note that all comments are subject to public review and disclosure, as are the names of those who comment).
CONTACT: Anne Moua, Waiver Program Manager, 4450 10th Avenue S.E., Lacey, WA 98503, phone 509-590-3909, TTY 711, email anne.moua@dshs.wa.gov.