Section 22-A2200. GENERAL PROVISIONS

 

2200.1 These rules establish requirements for supported housing services provided by Core Services Agencies (CSAs) and the management of supported housing assistance programs by the Department of Mental Health (Department or DMH).  The Department may further implement this rule through published practice guidelines and policies. 

 

2200.2  Supported housing services assist adults and children with mental illness or serious mental health problems with finding and maintaining appropriate independent housing arrangements in the community.  Supported housing services include mental health services and supports provided by DMH-certified mental health providers, and direct financial assistance from the Department or DMH-certified mental health provider.  Support is provided through a comprehensive continuum of care that is individualized, flexible, and recovery-based.  The following are examples of supported housing services: 

 

(a) A Core Services Agency (CSA) may provide housing to a consumer directly or through a specialty or subprovider;

 

(b) DMH, a CSA, or another government agency may provide a monetary subsidy for rent on behalf of a consumer;

 

(c) A CSA, either directly or through a specialty or subprovider, may assist a consumer with locating housing;

 

(d) A CSA or other provider may provide mental health services and supports in the consumer’s home to assist with developing and improving activities of daily living; or

 

(e) DMH or another government agency may provide funds to a business entity to develop or provide housing for consumers enrolled with DMH.

 

2200.3 Each business entity seeking support from DMH to provide housing or housing supports in the District of Columbia shall be a DMH-certified CSA or be affiliated with a CSA or DMH.  Affiliation with a CSA or DMH shall mean that the business entity has a written agreement with a CSA or DMH, or an entity acting on behalf of DMH that describes each party’s responsibilities specific to housing.

 

authority

Sections 104 and 105 of the Department of Mental Health Establishment Amendment Act of 2001, effective December 18, 2001 (D.C. Law 14-56; D.C. Official Code §§ 7-1131.04 and 7-1131.05 (2008 Repl. & 2012 Supp.)).

source

Final Rulemaking published at 50 DCR 3175(April 25, 2003); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 52 DCR 7026 (July 29, 2005); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 60 DCR 6479 (May 3, 2013).