Sec. 01.04.01.04. Application Procedure

A. A victim of domestic violence or a batterer may apply directly to a program for service, or be referred from another source.

B. Program staff shall assess the application and determine whether services are available and appropriate for the applicant. When the program is at capacity or when the service is not appropriate to the applicant's needs, the staff shall refer the applicant to other appropriate resources.

C. For the applicant who is accepted for shelter services, staff shall explain the services available and obtain the applicant's written agreement to abide by the shelter rules.

D. Within the first 3 working days from the date of admission to a shelter, staff, with the applicant, shall develop and begin to implement a written comprehensive service plan.