Section 10-704 - Grants. - Maryland Statutes

§ 10-704. Grants.
 

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

(c)  Use of grant.- 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. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 70B, § 45(e), (f); 2007, ch. 3, § 2.]