2021 Maryland Statutes
Human Services
Title 10 - Department of Aging
Subtitle 10 - Aging and Disability Resource Center Program
Section 10-1001 - Definitions

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

    (b)    “Aging and Disability Resource Center” has the meaning stated in 42 U.S.C. § 3002(4).

    (c)    “Long–term services and supports” means the broad range of assistance needed by older adults and individuals with disabilities.

    (d)    “Options counseling” means an interactive process that:

        (1)    considers an individual’s needs, preferences, values, and circumstances;

        (2)    assists and supports the individual and others the individual requests to participate in the process;

        (3)    determines the individual’s goals for independent living; and

        (4)    develops an appropriate long–term services and supports plan to achieve those goals.

    (e)    “Program” means the Aging and Disability Resource Center Program established under this subtitle.