Regulation .11 Semi-Independent Living Arrangement.
Regulation .11 Semi-Independent Living Arrangement.LinkCopy Citation
A.
The purpose of the semi-independent living arrangement is to provide youth an opportunity to learn and practice independent living skills and activities for a specified time period as indicated in the service agreement while receiving services from the local department and provider agency.
B.
A youth 16 to 21 years old may be eligible to participate in a semi-independent living arrangement if the youth:
(1)
Is continually enrolled in and regularly attending school or vocational training or is working at least 80 hours per month;
(2)
Agrees to the requirements of the service agreement;
(3)
Needs help in transitioning to self-sufficiency; and
(4)
Is capable of contributing to the cost of the semi-independent living arrangement through:
(a)
Earned income from employment; or
(b)
Unearned income such as scholarships, stipends, grants, work-study arrangements, Social Security (supplemental security income or survivor's benefits), or any combination.
C.
Youth who are interested in residing in a semi-independent living arrangement shall:
(1)
Meet the eligibility requirements; and
(2)
Apply to the local department.
D.
Youth not meeting the requirements of §B(1) and (3) of this regulation may be eligible for participation in a semi-independent living arrangement if the youth has a documented disability in living skills and the youth's case plan documents how the youth's disability can be accommodated in a semi-independent living arrangement.
E.
Youth may live in approved placements as outlined in Regulation .02B(19) of this chapter.