WAC 388-61A-1025. What services must a department-funded domestic violence program provide?

(1) Supportive services provided by the domestic violence program must align with the survivor-centered and empowerment service model described in this chapter, and must also: (a) Include a discussion of safety and options with each victim of domestic violence seeking assistance; (b) Be respectful, respond to each client's life situation, and respect each person's right to self-determination; (c) Be provided in a safe and supportive environment that offers the client the opportunity to examine the events that led to the need for domestic violence services; and (d) Be provided in a private setting for the comfort of the client and to protect the client's right to confidentiality. (2) Domestic violence programs must provide the following: (a) A location with a private setting to meet and assist victims of domestic violence who have a need for community advocacy or supportive services; (b) A dedicated telephone line that serves as the contact number for the domestic violence program; (c) Language and disability access; (d) Crisis intervention; (e) Safety planning; (f) Individual advocacy, including legal advocacy; (g) Support groups; (h) Child care assistance during individual advocacy sessions and support groups for the adult victim; (i) Emergency transportation assistance or access to transportation; (j) Information and referral; and (k) Community education and prevention efforts.