§ 10-704
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§10–704.
(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.