Maryland Statutes
Part I - Family Support Services Program
Section 7-701 - Definitions

(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
    (b)    “Eligible child” means an individual with developmental disability under the age of 22 years who is:
        (1)    In an out-of-home placement; or
        (2)    At immediate risk of out-of-home placement.
    (c)    (1)    “Family” means an eligible child’s natural, adoptive, or foster parents.
        (2)    “Family” includes:
            (i)    A guardian;
            (ii)    A person acting as a parent of a child; or
            (iii)    A relative or stepparent with whom a child lives.
    (d)    (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)    “Family support services” includes:
            (i)    Individual and family counseling;
            (ii)    Personal care;
            (iii)    Day care;
            (iv)    Specialized equipment;
            (v)    Health services;
            (vi)    Respite care;
            (vii)    Housing adaptations;
            (viii)    Transportation; and
            (ix)    Other necessary services.
    (e)    “Program” means the Family Support Services Program.