The state Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment and Support Act (ADATSA) provides payment for alcohol and other drug treatment services for people who are low-income and cannot pay for services. the following are client rights and responsibilities under ADATSA.
If placed into ADATSA treatment services, you may be eligible for treatment and a living allowance as long as you fully cooperate throughout the course of your treatment plan. This means you must show up for treatment as scheduled and follow the rules and regulations of the agency providing your care.
You have the right to contact a DSHS Community Service Office (CSO) at any time. This includes, but is not limited to, situations where you are discharged from any residential or outpatient facilities or agency providing service under contract to the department.
You have the right to appeal any action taken by a treatment agency by asking for and following their "Grievance Procedure."
You have the right to ask for a State Fair Hearing if you disagree with any action affecting your eligibility for ADATSA services or benefits. You have 90 days from the date you receive notice of the action to ask for a Fair Hearing. You may request a Fair Hearing by writing to the: Office of Appeals, PO Box 2465, Olympia, Washington 98507-2465.
