22VAC40-780-60: Universal access

Local departments of social services may choose one of two options in providing direct services on a universal access basis:

1. All persons needing direct services may be served on a universal access basis; or

2. Only persons needing the following services may be served on a universal access basis:

a. Intake services;

b. Family services (services provided to prevent child abuse and neglect, independent adoptions, and court activities);

c. Adult protective services;

d. Child protective services;

e. Foster care or adoption services; or

f. Adult services (services provided to elderly and incapacitated adults at risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation).