ADATSA Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Treatment and Support Act
What it is:
A program to assist persons who are chemically dependent and who desire treatment.
Who is eligible:
To be eligible for ADATSA services you must:
- Be 18 years old or older
- Be a Washington State resident
- Be a U.S. citizen or eligible alien
- Meet income and resource requirements
- Be assessed by a department-designated chemical dependency center as having an alcohol or drug dependency
What it covers:
Once you are approved for ADATSA services, you may be eligible for up to six months of treatment in a twenty-four month period. Covered treatment includes:
- Intensive inpatient treatment
- Long-term care residential treatment
- Recovery house treatment
- Outpatient treatment
Income and resource requirements:
There is a $1,000 resource limit requirement for the ADATSA program. Certain items, such as the home you live in or vehicle equity up to $5,000, are not counted. Your income is also considered.
How to Apply:
You can apply for ADATSA services at your local Community Services Office or apply online using our Online Application for Services.
As with all our programs, the only way to know for sure if you are eligible is to apply.
The Application for Benefits is available in several languages. ![requires Adobe Acrobat reader](graphics/acrobaticon_sm.gif)
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