Family resource guide

D.C. Code § 2-1517.51 — under Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Behavioral Health Infrastructure..

D.C. Code § 2-1517.51

(a) By October 1, 2013, the Mayor shall create a comprehensive resource guide for families who come into contact with the child welfare or juvenile justice systems. The guide shall include: (1) A clear explanation of the rights and responsibilities of children and families; (2) The role of District agencies, including the: (A) Child and Family Services Agency; (B) Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services; (C) Department of Mental Health; and (D) Department of Health Care Finance; (3) The role of the courts; (4) District government and non-governmental resources related to behavioral health, including contact information; and (5) Websites for District government agencies and nongovernment resources related to behavioral health. (b) The resource guide shall be: (1) Made publicly available on the Internet; (2) Updated as necessary, along with updates of the information described in subsection (a)(4) and (5) of this section; and (3) Made available to other District agencies for distribution.