Washington Administrative Code Title 484 - Veterans Affairs, Department of
Washington Administrative Code (WAC) Title 484 – Veterans Affairs, Department of
Overview:
WAC Title 484 governs the rules and operations of the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA). This department provides services and support to eligible veterans, their families, and dependents across the state, including long-term care, transitional housing, counseling, benefits assistance, and memorial services.
The regulations in this title establish policies for admission to veterans' homes, resident rights, medical and financial eligibility, care standards, and veterans’ cemetery operations.
Key Functions Covered in WAC Title 484:
State Veterans Homes (e.g., in Orting, Retsil, Spokane, and Walla Walla):
Eligibility and Admission Requirements (WAC 484-20)
Resident Rights and Responsibilities
Resident Charges and Financial Policies
Discharge and Appeal Procedures
Standards for medical and custodial care
Veterans' Cemeteries:
Eligibility for Burial
Procedures for interment, grave markers, and memorials (WAC 484-40)
Support Services:
Rules for programs like Veterans Innovations Program, Homeless Veterans Reintegration, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) counseling.
Claims and Benefits Assistance:
Guidelines for assistance in filing federal and state veterans’ benefits claims.
Confidentiality and representation standards for veterans’ service officers.
Administrative Operations:
Oversight of internal department rules, facility operation standards, and appeals processes for services or benefits denials.
Example Chapters in WAC Title 484:
| Chapter | Title |
|---|---|
| WAC 484-20 | Admission, Residency, and Discharge Procedures |
| WAC 484-35 | Resident Conduct and Responsibilities |
| WAC 484-40 | Washington State Veterans Cemetery |
| WAC 484-50 | Appeals and Administrative Hearings |
| WAC 484-60 | Standards for Services in Veterans Facilities |
Legal Authority:
WAC Title 484 rules are authorized under RCW 43.60A, which establishes the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs and outlines its responsibilities and powers.
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