Settlement Agreement Provision

III.D.6
III.E.2-3.a-d
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About Regional Support Teams

Five Regional Support Teams (RST) were implemented in March 2013 by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) with Virginia’s emphasis on supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in the most integrated community setting that is consistent with their informed choice of all available options and opportunities. The RST is comprised of professionals with experience and expertise in serving individuals with developmental disabilities in the community, including individuals with complex behavioral and medical needs.

The RST purpose includes:

• To identify and seek to resolve individual, regional, or system barriers that prevent individuals from receiving services in the most integrated setting of their choice.
• To make recommendations for resolving barriers to receive services in integrated settings.

Authorizing Authority

• The 2024-2025 Performance Contract

• 2024-2025 Exhibits Document

• Updates to the FY 24-25 Performance Contract Re: DOJ Requirement

Delegation

Processes, Protocols and Standards

RST Referral Process

When to Submit a RST Referral

VIC Protocol

Guidelines, Charters, Plans, Other

• RST Meeting Schedule CSB-CRC Regional-Contacts-8.3.2023 

Instruments and Tools

Note: The RST Referral and Virginia Informed Choice forms transitioned into the Waiver Management System electronic format on 1/1/23.

WaMS RST User Guide

WaMS RST Preview Session Recording

For more information about Regional Support Teams