Plain Text Law

§ 7–706

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 7-706 (2026)
Title 7. Developmental Disabilities Law
Subtitle 7. Nonresidential Programs

§ 7–706Copy Citation

(a)
In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b)
“Eligible person” means an individual with a developmental disability that is likely to continue indefinitely or an individual with a severe chronic disability that is attributable to a physical or mental impairment, other than the sole diagnosis of mental illness, or to a combination of mental and physical impairments that is likely to continue indefinitely.
(c)
(1)
“Individual support services” means a program designed to assist eligible persons in developing their maximum potential and in maintaining themselves in the community.
(2)
“Individual support services” includes:
(i)
Identification services;
(ii)
Training and support for self–advocacy;
(iii)
Therapeutic services;
(iv)
Individual and family counseling;
(v)
Medical equipment purchase, rental, and repair;
(vi)
Crisis intervention and follow–up;
(vii)
Attendant care;
(viii)
Respite services;
(ix)
Barrier removal;
(x)
Transportation assistance;
(xi)
Community integration services;
(xii)
Employment related services; and
(xiii)
Other services to maximize independence, productivity, and integration within the community.
(d)
“Program” means the Individual Support Services Program.