Health, Department of

Developmental Disabilities - Children Respite Program

Effective Date: 05/12/1994 to Current

Rule Type: Current Rules & Regulations

Reference Number: 048.0022.3.05121994

CHAPTER 3

RESPITE PROGRAM SERVICE SYSTEM

Section 1. Eligibility Determination.

(a) The child for whom the parent is requesting services shall meet the definition of a child with a developmental delay.

(b) The child shall not be eligible to receive home and community based waiver services under medicaid;

(c) The child shall be under twenty-one (21) years of age.

(d) The child shall reside with his/her parent(s) in a private residential setting;

(e) The child shall require services of a trained respite care provider.

Section 2. Provider Criteria. Provider shall:

(a) Be eighteen (18) years of age or older;

(b) Be selected by the parent; and

(c) Be trained to provide individualized care with a focus on the safety and well being of the child.

(i) Parent will provide training specific to the needs of their child.