§ 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.

HISTORY: 1987, chs. 760, 761; 1988, ch. 6, § 1; 2009, ch. 60, § 5.