Maryland Statutes
Part XI - Designation of Lay Caregivers
Section 19-380 - Definitions

(a)    In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
    (b)    (1)    “Aftercare” means any assistance provided by a lay caregiver to a patient after discharge of the patient.
        (2)    “Aftercare” includes tasks that are limited to the patient’s condition at the time of discharge that do not require a licensed professional.
    (c)    “Discharge” means the exit or release of a patient from inpatient care in a hospital to the residence of the patient.
    (d)    “Lay caregiver” means an individual who:
        (1)    Is an adult;
        (2)    Is designated as a lay caregiver by a patient or the legal guardian of a patient under this part; and
        (3)    Performs aftercare for the patient at the residence of the patient.
    (e)    (1)    “Residence” means a dwelling that a patient considers to be home.
        (2)    “Residence” does not include:
            (i)    A rehabilitation facility;
            (ii)    A hospital;
            (iii)    A nursing home;
            (iv)    An assisted living facility; or
            (v)    A group home licensed by the State.

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