This letter transmits Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) rules governing the adult protective services (APS) program that have been amended, rescinded and proposed as new as a result of legislation. The following is a brief explanation of the changes.

OAC 5101:2-20-02 entitled "Provisions for adult protective services" sets forth the requirements that standardize APS practice statewide. This rule has been rescinded and has been replaced by new OAC rules 5101:2-20-12 and 5101:2-20-16.

OAC 5101:2-20-03 entitled "Adult protective services designated agency provisions" sets forth requirements which allow county departments of job and family services to designate an agency to investigate and evaluate the need for adult protective services. This rule is being amended to allow designated agencies to receive and screen referrals of adult abuse, neglect and exploitation.

OAC 5101:2-20-12 entitled "Adult protective services assessment and investigation" sets forth the requirements for the CDJFS or its designee to use during the assessment and investigation of adult abuse, neglect and/or exploitation.

OAC 5101:2-20-13 entitled "Adult protective services third party investigation" sets forth the requirements for the CDJFS or its designee to use during the investigation of adult abuse, neglect and/or exploitation if there is a conflict of interest.

OAC 5101:2-20-16 entitled "Service planning and case review for adult protective services" sets forth the requirements for the CDJFS or its designee to use during the delivery of protective services.

INSTRUCTIONS: The following chart identifies the material that needs to be removed from and inserted into the Family Children and Adult Service Manual (FCASM).