Maryland § 7-701

§ 7-701.

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

    (b)    “Eligible child” means an individual with developmental disability under the age of 22 years who is:

        (1)    In an out-of-home placement; or

        (2)    At immediate risk of out-of-home placement.

    (c)    (1)    “Family” means an eligible child’s natural, adoptive, or foster parents.

        (2)    “Family” includes:

            (i)    A guardian;

            (ii)    A person acting as a parent of a child; or

            (iii)    A relative or stepparent with whom a child lives.

    (d)    (1)    “Family support services” means a program designed to enable a family to provide for the needs of a child with developmental disability living in the home.

        (2)    “Family support services” includes:

            (i)    Individual and family counseling;

            (ii)    Personal care;

            (iii)    Day care;

            (iv)    Specialized equipment;

            (v)    Health services;

            (vi)    Respite care;

            (vii)    Housing adaptations;

            (viii)    Transportation; and

            (ix)    Other necessary services.

    (e)    “Program” means the Family Support Services Program.