Sec. 10.21.27.02. Definitions  


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  • A. In this chapter, terms have the meanings stated in COMAR 10.21.17 and in this regulation.

    B. Term Defined. "Respite care" means services that are:

    (1) Provided for an adult with serious and persistent mental illness or a child with serious emotional disturbance;

    (2) Provided on a short-term basis in a community-based setting; and

    (3) Designed to support an individual to remain in the individual's home by:

    (a) Providing the individual with enhanced support or a temporary alternative living situation; or

    (b) Assisting the individual's home caregiver by temporarily freeing the caregiver from the responsibility of caring for the individual.