Section 7-706 - Definitions. - Maryland Statutes

§ 7-706. Definitions.
 

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

(b)  Eligible person.- "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)  Individual support services.-  

(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.- "Program" means the Individual Support Services Program. 
 

[1987, chs. 760, 761; 1988, ch. 6, § 1; 2009, ch. 60, § 5.]