# Health - General (GHG)

## Title 7. Developmental Disabilities Law

### Subtitle 7. Nonresidential Programs

#### Section 7-706

(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.

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Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)