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§ 7-706. Definitions

MD Health-Gen Code § 7-706 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.

(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.

(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.

(d)    “Program” means the Individual Support Services Program.

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