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§ 14-201. Definitions

MD Health-Gen Code § 14-201 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)    “Day care center for the elderly” means a place that:

(1)    Is operated to provide, with or without charge, care for elderly individuals; and

(2)    Either is:

(i)    Designated for group care for at least 4 elderly individuals; or

(ii)    A family home that provides care for 2 or 3 elderly individuals.

(c)    “Elderly individual” means an individual who:

(1)    Is 55 years old or older;

(2)    Lives alone or with a spouse, family relative, or friend;

(3)    Needs temporary supervision and care during a part of a day in a protective group setting; and

(4)    Has a disability that is:

(i)    A reasonably static physical impairment that prevents:

1.    Gainful employment; or

2.    The accomplishment of the routine of normal daily activities without assistance; or

(ii)    A permanent or recurrent mental impairment.

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