§ 10-902
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§10–902.
(a)There is a Long–Term Care Ombudsman Program in the Department.
(b)The purpose of the Program is to fulfill the requirements of:
(1)the Program under this subtitle; and
(2)the federal Older Americans Act, including the requirements of 42 U.S.C. § 3058g.
(1)The Secretary, in consultation with the State Long–Term Care Ombudsman, shall adopt regulations necessary to carry out this subtitle.
(2)The regulations adopted under paragraph
(1)of this subsection shall establish:
(i)the requirements for an annual review by the Department of all ombudsman activities; and
(ii)the process for assisting individuals with organizing and operating a resident council and a family council in a long–term care facility.