Section 14-201 - Definitions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 14-201. Definitions.
 

(a)  In general.- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. 

(b)  Day care center for the elderly.- "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.- "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. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 717B; 1982, ch. 21, § 2; 1988, ch. 118.]