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

2. (b) “Eligible child” means an individual with developmental disability under the age of 22 years who is:

   1. (1) In an out-of-home placement; or
   2. (2) At immediate risk of out-of-home placement.

3. (c)

   1. (1) “Family” means an eligible child's natural, adoptive, or foster parents.

   2. (2) “Family” includes:

      1. (i) A guardian;
      2. (ii) A person acting as a parent of a child; or
      3. (iii) A relative or stepparent with whom a child lives.

4. (d)

   1. (1) “Family support services” means a program designed to enable a family to provide for the needs of a child with developmental disability living in the home.

   2. (2) “Family support services” includes:

      1. (i) Individual and family counseling;
      2. (ii) Personal care;
      3. (iii) Day care;
      4. (iv) Specialized equipment;
      5. (v) Health services;
      6. (vi) Respite care;
      7. (vii) Housing adaptations;
      8. (viii) Transportation; and
      9. (ix) Other necessary services.
5. (e) “Program” means the Family Support Services Program.

Added by Acts 1986, c. 636, § 2, eff. July 1, 1986; Acts 1986, c. 637, § 2, eff. July 1, 1986.