Part VII. Complaint Investigation
8VAC20-820-280. Receipt of complaints.
Complaints may be received in written or oral form and may be anonymous. The department maintains a toll-free telephone line to receive complaints on all licensed facilities.
Statutory Authority
§§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 37, Issue 24, eff. July 1, 2021.
8VAC20-820-290. Investigation of complaints.
The department has the responsibility to investigate any complaints regarding alleged violations of the standards or statutes and complaints of the abuse and neglect of persons in care.
NOTE: In an investigation involving suspected child abuse, neglect, or exploitation in a licensed facility, the investigation will be conducted jointly with the local department of social services whenever possible in accordance with departmental policy.
Statutory Authority
§§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 37, Issue 24, eff. July 1, 2021.
8VAC20-820-300. Notification of findings.
When the investigation is completed, the licensee will be notified of the findings of the investigation. Any necessary corrective action will be identified.
Statutory Authority
§§ 22.1-16 and 22.1-289.046 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 37, Issue 24, eff. July 1, 2021.