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Background
DD Ombuds - Long time in the makingAdvocates working more than 20 years for
a DD OmbudsOpportunity during the 2016 legislative
session because of tragic case of abuse of a person with a developmental disability.
Legislative intent SB 6564
"The legislature finds and declares that the prevalence of the abuse and neglect of individuals with developmental disabilities has become an issue that negatively affects the health and well-being of such individuals.”
DD Ombuds created - RCW 43.382
Private, non-profit contracting with the State (Department of Commerce)
Independent of the service systemProvide Ombuds services statewide Exercise independence and authorityProtect confidentiality
Who Do We Serve?
People with Developmental DisabilitiesChildren AdultsAll living arrangements (supported living, AFH,
ALF, ICF/ID, NF, RHC, GTH, ESF, foster care, staffed residential, children’s group care, family homes)
Receiving any state service
DD Ombuds RegionsDD Ombuds offices in Spokane, Seattle and Olympia
DD Ombuds Staff
Region 1 –Eastern WA –Lisa Robbe
Region 2 – King north to the border – Andrea Kadlec and Beth Leonard
DD Ombuds Staff
Region 3 - Pierce Co. south and peninsula - Noah Seidel
Statewide Staff
Betty Schwieterman
State DD Ombuds
Tim McCue
Self-Advocacy Educator
Powers and Duties Provide information on rights and responsibilities
Investigate complaints
Address complaints and resolve issues at the lowest level possible
Monitor service delivery
Review state institutions, state-licensed facilities, and residences
Report on services to people with developmental disabilities
Publish reports on systemic issues to the legislature
Make recommendations for changes in policy and procedures.
Systemic Issue Reports
Mandatory Reporter? DD Ombuds statute is narrow. Not a mandatory reporter under RCW 74.34 Yes if witness behavior warranting criminal or
disciplinary proceedings. Somewhat unclear In meantime have protocol to involve supervisor
and legal counsel Consulting with other Ombuds – OFCO has same Have not had any instances yet
Contact information: Beth Leonard- [email protected]
[email protected] Line 833 727 8900www.DDOmbuds.org
