§ 10-901. Definitions.

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

(b) Local long-term care ombudsman entity. -- "Local long-term care ombudsman entity" means an entity designated by the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman to assist in carrying out the duties of the Program.

(c) Long-term care facility. -- "Long-term care facility" means:

   (1) a nursing facility, as defined in § 19-301 of the Health - General Article; or

   (2) an assisted living program, as defined in § 19-1801 of the Health - General Article.

(d) Office. -- "Office" means the Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman established under this subtitle.

(e) Ombudsman. -- "Ombudsman" means:

   (1) the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman; and

   (2) any individual, whether a paid employee or a volunteer, who is designated by the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman as an ombudsman.

(f) Program. -- "Program" means the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program established under this subtitle.

(g) Resident. -- "Resident" means a resident of a long-term care facility located in the State.

(h) State Long-Term Care Ombudsman. -- "State Long-Term Care Ombudsman" means the individual selected by the Secretary under § 10-903 of this subtitle.

HISTORY: 2010, ch. 155, § 2.