Client Grievance Procedure
All AFP clients are entitled to:
1) File a grievance about any violation of client rights or DSHS rules.
2) Submit a grievance in writing and get help writing it if unable to read or write.
3) Request writing materials and/or postage for the purpose of filing a grievance.
Grievance Process:
AFP Staff will submit the grievance to the Program Coordinator or Director within 48 hours, or client may choose to mail it to: Michelle Morris, 306 N Loop 288, Suite 123, Denton, TX 76209.
Once received, the grievance will be staffed and investigated by the Program Coordinator(s) and/or Director within 5 business days, and a response will be given to the person who filed the grievance within 7 business days.
Clients may also submit a complaint directly to the DSHS at any time by utilizing the following procedures:
• Mailing address:
Substance Abuse Facility Investigations (MC 1979)
Texas Department of State Health Services
PO Box 149347
Austin, TX 78714-9347
• Fax:
(512) 834-6638
• Complaint hotline:
(800) 832-9623, then press “6" to file a complaint.
Link to Health and Human Services
https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip/medicaid-chip-members/submit-a-complaint