SERVICE PLANNING AND DELIVERY

§ 5230.61. Assessment.

 (a)  A PRS agency shall complete an assessment of an individual prior to developing the IRP.

 (b)  The assessment shall be completed in collaboration with the individual and must:

   (1)  Identify the functioning of the individual in the living, learning, working and socializing domains.

   (2)  Identify the strengths and needs of the individual.

   (3)  Identify existing and needed natural and formal supports, including other health care facilities and social service agencies.

   (4)  Identify the specific skills, supports and resources the individual needs and prefers to accomplish stated goals.

   (5)  Identify cultural needs and preferences of the individual.

   (6)  Be signed by the individual and staff.

   (7)  Be updated annually and when one of the following occurs:

     (i)   The individual requests an update.

     (ii)   The individual completes a goal.

     (iii)   The individual is not progressing on stated goals.

Cross References

   This section cited in 55 Pa. Code §  5230.31 (relating to admission requirements).

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