RD369 - Office of the Inspector General for Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services Semiannual Report April 1, 2008 – September 30, 2008

  • Published: 2008
  • 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 September 30, 2008. 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 April 1, 2008 through September 30, 2008. Information regarding the inspections and investigations 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 completed the site visit phase of a comprehensive review of child and adolescent services provided by the community services boards (CSB). Unannounced inspections were conducted at eight of the state mental health hospitals operated by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse (DMHMRSAS), and ten investigations of specific complaints or critical incidents were conducted. In addition, a survey was conducted to assess the relationships between the local community services boards (CSB) and the colleges/universities in their communities. Seventeen reports were completed during this reporting period. A summary of these efforts is provided in this semiannual report.