RD171 - Semi-Annual Report of the Office of the Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services - April 1, 2004 - September 30, 2004

  • Published: 2004
  • Author: Office of the Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services
  • Enabling Authority: Code of Virginia - § 37.1-256.1

Executive Summary:
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services is pleased to submit this semiannual report of activities for the period ending on September 30, 2004.This report is issued in accordance with the provisions of Va. Code § 37.1-256.1, which specifies that the OIG report on the significant issues related to the administration of the publicly funded services system.

This is the first full reporting period since Governor Mark Warner appointed Inspector General James Stewart in February 2004. During this six-month period, the OIG undertook a strategic planning initiative to refine the mission of the Office and to identify strategic goals that will build on the accomplishments of the past four years while setting appropriate new directions for the future. A summary of this planning effort is provided in this report.

The semi-annual report outlines the accomplishments of the OIG from April 1, 2004 through September 30, 2004. Information regarding the inspections that have been conducted at state facilities is included, as well as summaries of other significant monitoring and review activities. It is through these activities that the OIG serves as a catalyst for improving the effectiveness, efficiency and the quality of services provided by the publicly funded mental health, mental retardation and substance abuse services system.