RCW 18.330.005
Findings.
(1) The legislature finds that locating acceptable housing and appropriate care for vulnerable adults is an important aspect of providing an appropriate continuity of care for senior citizens.
(2) The legislature further finds that locating appropriate and quality housing alternatives sometimes depends on elder and vulnerable adult referral agencies attempting to assist with referral.
(3) The legislature further finds that vulnerable adult referral professionals should be required to meet certain minimum requirements to promote better integration of vulnerable adult housing choices.
(4) The legislature further finds that the requirement that elder and vulnerable adult referral agencies meet minimum standards of conduct is in the interest of public health, safety, and welfare.
[ 2011 c 357 § 1.]
Structure Revised Code of Washington
Title 18 - Businesses and Professions
Chapter 18.330 - Elder and Vulnerable Adult Referral Agency Act.
18.330.040 - Referral records—Agreement records.
18.330.050 - Referrals—Disclosure statement.
18.330.080 - Fees charged to providers.
18.330.090 - Disclosure of fees and refund policies.
18.330.100 - Background checks—Disqualifying crimes and acts.
18.330.110 - Acceptance of fees—Compliance with chapter.
18.330.120 - Provisions exclusive—Local government licensing.
18.330.130 - When remuneration for referral not allowed.
18.330.140 - Application of consumer protection act.
18.330.150 - Liability of agencies.