LegalFix
Sign In

§ 10-704. Grants

MD Human Svs Code § 10-704 (2019) (N/A)
Copy with citation
Copy as parenthetical citation

(a)    A family caregiver is eligible for a grant from the Program if:

(1)    the family caregiver resides with an adult dependent;

(2)    the adult dependent has been certified by a licensed physician in the State as an individual with long–term care needs for at least 180 consecutive days during the year; and

(3)    the family caregiver’s household income is 200% or less of the State median income, as adjusted for family size, in accordance with regulations adopted by the Secretary.

(b)    The Program may provide eligible family caregivers with a grant of up to $500 per household per year.

(c)    A grant may be used to fund goods and services required to provide care for an adult dependent including:

(1)    durable medical equipment;

(2)    medical bills;

(3)    medical supplies;

(4)    prescription or over–the–counter medications;

(5)    repairs or modifications to the home; and

(6)    respite care for the family caregiver.

Previous Section
§ 10-703. Funding
Next Section
§ 10-705. Duties of Secretary