HOW TO GAUGE RECOVERY
THE ORIGINAL KING COUNTY RSN
ORDINANCE ON RECOVERY
For the years 2001 through 2003  King County
RSN reported annually on outcomes based
largely upon GAF (Global Assessment of
Functioning) scores. Clients were rated as:
Ø Recovered    above 81
Ø Less Dependent   51 to 81 – mild to moderate symptoms or
Ø Dependent   less than 51 – serious symptoms
GAF scores are part of Medicaid eligibility
requirements in Washington State.  They are a
widely accepted measure of mental health. You
can see this scale on the following pages.