§ 7-701

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§7–701.

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

(b)“Eligible child” means an individual with developmental disability under the age of 22 years who is:

(1)In an out-of-home placement; or

(2)At immediate risk of out-of-home placement.

(1)“Family” means an eligible child’s natural, adoptive, or foster parents.

(2)“Family” includes:

(i)A guardian;

(ii)A person acting as a parent of a child; or

(iii)A relative or stepparent with whom a child lives.

(1)“Family support services” means a program designed to enable a family to provide for the needs of a child with developmental disability living in the home.

(2)“Family support services” includes:

(i)Individual and family counseling;

(ii)Personal care;

(iii)Day care;

(iv)Specialized equipment;

(v)Health services;

(vi)Respite care;

(vii)Housing adaptations;

(viii)Transportation; and

(ix)Other necessary services.

(e)“Program” means the Family Support Services Program.