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§ 7-706. Definitions

West's Annotated Code of MarylandHealth--General

West's Annotated Code of Maryland
Health--General
Title 7. Developmental Disabilities Law (Refs & Annos)
Subtitle 7. Nonresidential Programs (Refs & Annos)
Part III. Individual Support Services Program
MD Code, Health - General, § 7-706
§ 7-706. Definitions
Currentness
In general
(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
Eligible person
(b) “Eligible person” means an individual with a developmental disability that is likely to continue indefinitely or an individual with a severe chronic disability that is attributable to a physical or mental impairment, other than the sole diagnosis of mental illness, or to a combination of mental and physical impairments that is likely to continue indefinitely.
Individual support services
(c)(1) “Individual support services” means a program designed to assist eligible persons in developing their maximum potential and in maintaining themselves in the community.
(2) “Individual support services” includes:
(i) Identification services;
(ii) Training and support for self-advocacy;
(iii) Therapeutic services;
(iv) Individual and family counseling;
(v) Medical equipment purchase, rental, and repair;
(vi) Crisis intervention and follow-up;
(vii) Attendant care;
(viii) Respite services;
(ix) Barrier removal;
(x) Transportation assistance;
(xi) Community integration services;
(xii) Employment related services; and
(xiii) Other services to maximize independence, productivity, and integration within the community.
Program
(d) “Program” means the Individual Support Services Program.

Credits

Added by Acts 1987, c. 760, § 1, eff. July 1, 1987; Acts 1987, c. 761, § 1, eff. July 1, 1987. Amended by Acts 1988, c. 6, § 1, eff. July 1, 1988.
MD Code, Health - General, § 7-706, MD HEALTH GEN § 7-706
Current through legislation effective through May 9, 2024, from the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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