Sec. 10.21.27.03. Approval  


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  • The Department shall grant approval to a program to be eligible to receive State or federal funds for providing respite care services if the program:

    A. Is approved as:

    (1) A mobile treatment services (MTS) provider under COMAR 10.21.19;

    (2) An outpatient mental health clinic (OMHC) under COMAR 10.21.20; or

    (3) A psychiatric rehabilitation program (PRP) under COMAR 10.21.21; and

    B. Meets the requirements of this chapter, including approval to provide either or both of the following specific respite care services:

    (1) In-home respite, in an individual's place of residence;

    (2) Out-of-home respite, in a home or facility that is appropriately licensed, registered, or approved, based on:

    (a) The age of individuals receiving services; and

    (b) Whether the respite is partial day or overnight.