- (a) The purpose of these rules is to establish minimum standards for participant directed and managed services for individuals who have a developmental disability or acquired brain disorder.
- (b) Participant directed and managed services (PDMS) enable individuals who have a developmental disability or acquired brain disorder to direct their services and to experience, to the greatest extent possible, independence, community inclusion, employment, and a fulfilling home life, while promoting personal growth, responsibility, health, and safety.
- (c) These rules shall not apply to individuals who receive services under He-M 524, in-home supports.
- (d) Nothing in these rules shall supersede the provisions of He-M 503.08 regarding service guarantees for persons with developmental disabilities.
Source. #9391, eff 2-21-09; ss by #9890-A, eff 3-22-11; ss by #12859, eff 8-28-19