While reporting compliance increased in FY 20, we still believe some facilities are under-reporting incidents.
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Our View of the Legislature: Mental Health
Of the many bills we are watching relating to mental illness that the General Assembly is working on, most are near completion and but at least one issue is headed to conference.
Our View of the Legislature: Mental Health Services
The General Assembly is considering several proposals to amend the delivery of mental health services in Virginia.
Our View of the Legislature: Mental Health
Each year, the General Assembly considers proposals to amend the delivery of mental health services in Virginia.
Virginia Is Overpaying for State Hospital Beds!
DBHDS reports that as of November 30, 2020, 197 individuals were on the Extraordinary Barriers to Discharge List (EBL).
800 individuals receiving services from DBHDS programs tested positive for COVID-19.
In this report, we highlight trends of COVID-19 in licensed community programs.
Critical Incidents in Virginia’s State Operated Mental Health Facilities
In this report, we highlight the dangers of this situation and also urge better reporting practices from State Hospitals.
dLCV opposes IDEA waivers
dLCV opposes IDEA waivers that would deprive students with disabilities of essential educational services.
Virginia’s Urgent Need to Modify Medicaid Waivers
We urge Governor Ralph Northam to finalize and submit Virginia’s Appendix K to CMS, today.
Trapped in State Hospitals While Infection Spreads?
Trapped in State Hospitals While Infection Spreads?