Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 10. Maryland Department of Health |
Part 5. |
Subtitle 63. COMMUNITY-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAMS AND SERVICES |
Chapter 10.63.03. Descriptions and Criteria for Programs and Services Required to Have an Accreditation-Based License |
Sec. 10.63.03.15. Respite Care Services Program (RPCS)
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In order to be licensed under this subtitle, a respite care services (RPCS) program:
A. Shall provide short-term, in home or overnight temporary services to support an individual to remain in the individuals home:
(1) Through enhanced support or a temporary alternate living arrangement; or
(2) By temporarily freeing the caregiver from the responsibility of caring for the individual; and
B. For individuals younger than 21 years old, may offer overnight respite in an appropriately licensed program or therapeutic foster care home.