# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 21 — Behavioral Health Regulations

### Chapter 07 — Therapeutic Group Homes

#### Regulation .06 Governance.

*COMAR 10.21.07.06*

A. Governing Body.

  (1) A provider that is licensed by the Department under this chapter to operate a TGH shall be governed by a body that shall:

    (a) Carry out the responsibilities under COMAR 14.31.06.04; and

    (b) Either:

      (i) Include the membership described under §B(1) of this regulation; or

      (ii) Appoint an advisory committee for the TGH that includes the membership described under §B(1) of this regulation.

  (2) The chairman of the governing body shall maintain documentation of:

    (a) The legal form of organization of the operator of the TGH;

    (b) The minutes of all regularly scheduled meetings; and

    (c) Any registration required by the State Department of Assessments and Taxation to operate as a business in Maryland.

B. Advisory Committee.

  (1) When appointing an advisory committee under §A(1)(b)(ii) of this regulation, the governing body shall assure that the committee is composed of members:

    (a) That reflect the cultural and ethnic profile of the community or communities being served; and

    (b) At least 1/3 of whom are individuals who are:

      (i) Currently or were previously served by a TGH or other community-based mental health program;

      (ii) Family members of individuals who are currently or were previously served by a TGH or other community-based mental health program; or

      (iii) Members of a mental health advocacy organization.

  (2) An advisory committee appointed under §B(1) of this regulation shall, at a minimum:

    (a) Establish and maintain a regular meeting schedule; and

    (b) Advise the governing body regarding the duties described under COMAR 14.31.06.04.