(a)

1. (1) Community transition services cover nonrecurring setup expenses for beneficiaries who are transitioning from an institutional or provider-operated living arrangement, such as an intermediate care facility or group home, into a living arrangement in a private residence where the beneficiary or their legal guardian is directly responsible for their own living expenses.

2. (2) Community transition services include without limitation the following:

   1. (A) Security deposits required to obtain a lease on an apartment or home;
   2. (B) Essential household furnishings required to occupy and use a private residence such as:

(i) Furniture;

1. (ii) Window coverings;

   1. (iii) Food preparation items; and

      1. (iv) Bed and bathroom linens;

   2. (C) Set-up fees and deposits for utility access such as:

      1. (i) Telephone;
      2. (ii) Electricity;
      3. (iii) Natural gas; and
      4. (iv) Water;
   3. (D) Services necessary for the beneficiary’s health or safety such as one-time pest eradication or cleaning prior to occupying a private residence; and
   4. (E) Moving expenses.

(b) Community transition services do not include:

1. (1) Monthly rent or mortgage payments;
2. (2) Food expenses;
3. (3) Monthly utility bills;
4. (4) Household appliances; and

5. (5) Items to be used for recreational purposes.

   1. (c) A provider of community transition services must maintain the following documentation in a beneficiary’s service record:
6. (1) The date the community transition service is paid, and, if applicable, delivered or performed;
7. (2) The price of the community transition service;
8. (3) A receipt or invoice related to the community transition service; and
9. (4) Written description of the community transition service and what beneficiary need was met or remedial benefit accomplished.