§ 10-1001

Maryland § 10-1001

• Jurisdiction: Maryland
• Article ghu: Human Services
• Title: 10

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

(b) “Aging and Disability Resource Center” has the meaning stated in 42 U.S.C. § 3002(4).

(c) “Long–term services and supports” means the broad range of assistance needed by older adults and individuals with disabilities.

(d) “Options counseling” means an interactive process that:

(1) considers an individual’s needs, preferences, values, and circumstances;

(2) assists and supports the individual and others the individual requests to participate in the process;

(3) determines the individual’s goals for independent living; and

(4) develops an appropriate long–term services and supports plan to achieve those goals.

(e) “Program” means the Aging and Disability Resource Center Program established under this subtitle.