Maryland Statutes
Part III - Individual Support Services Program
Section 7-706 - Definitions

(a)    In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.
    (b)    “Eligible person” means an individual with a developmental disability that is likely to continue indefinitely or an individual with a severe chronic disability that is attributable to a physical or mental impairment, other than the sole diagnosis of mental illness, or to a combination of mental and physical impairments that is likely to continue indefinitely.
    (c)    (1)    “Individual support services” means a program designed to assist eligible persons in developing their maximum potential and in maintaining themselves in the community.
        (2)    “Individual support services” includes:
            (i)    Identification services;
            (ii)    Training and support for self–advocacy;
            (iii)    Therapeutic services;
            (iv)    Individual and family counseling;
            (v)    Medical equipment purchase, rental, and repair;
            (vi)    Crisis intervention and follow–up;
            (vii)    Attendant care;
            (viii)    Respite services;
            (ix)    Barrier removal;
            (x)    Transportation assistance;
            (xi)    Community integration services;
            (xii)    Employment related services; and
            (xiii)    Other services to maximize independence, productivity, and integration within the community.
    (d)    “Program” means the Individual Support Services Program.