D.C. Code § 7-1131.09: Appointment and duties of Consumer and Family Affairs Officer.

The Department shall have a Consumer and Family Affairs officer, appointed by the Director, and qualified by experience and training to carry out the following functions:

(1)

Ensuring the involvement of consumers of mental health services and their family members in the design, implementation, and evaluation of mental health services and mental health supports;

(2)

Serving as a liaison to consumers of mental health services and their family members and personal representatives; and

(3)

Promoting the protection of the rights of consumers of mental health services.