RD103 - Semi-Annual Report of the Office of the Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services

  • Published: 2007
  • Author: Office of the Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services
  • Enabling Authority: Code of Virginia - § 37.2-425

Executive Summary:
The Office of the Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services (OIG) is pleased to submit this semiannual report of activities for the period ending on March 31, 2007. This report is issued in accordance with the provisions of Va. Code § 37.2-425, which specifies that the OIG report on the significant issues related to the administration of the publicly funded services system.

This semiannual report outlines the accomplishments of the OIG from October 1, 2006 through March 31, 2007. Information regarding the inspections that have been conducted at state facilities and licensed community programs is included as well as summaries of OIG monitoring and review activities.

During the past six months, the OIG conducted nine inspections at facilities operated by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse (DMHMRSAS), two inspections at licensed community programs, and one inspection at a Department of Corrections operated facility. Seven reports were completed during this reporting period. A summary of these efforts is provided in this semiannual report.