Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 3
Subtitle 22 - DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Chapter 10.22.11 - Respite Services in the State Residential Center (SRC)
Section 10.22.11.06 - Procedures for Respite Requests

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.22.11.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

A. The individual's proponent or licensee shall direct requests for respite services to the appropriate regional office.

B. The regional office shall arrange for the following:

(1) The completion of a formal application;

(2) The collection of information to substantiate a diagnosis of an intellectual disability; and

(3) A meeting with the individual, proponent, or the licensee to discuss the terms and conditions of respite services.

C. The proponent or licensee shall complete all forms required for respite services.

D. The regional office shall render a written decision to the proponent or licensee within a week of the receipt of the completed application.

E. On entering, the SRC shall arrange for a medical examination or nursing assessment as is appropriate to the individual.

F. The SRC shall enter into a contract with the proponent or licensee which at a minimum contains:

(1) A statement that the acceptance of an individual for respite services is not considered an admission as defined in Health-General Article, §7-101(c), Annotated Code of Maryland;

(2) A mutually agreed upon date on which the SRC may not provide respite services; and

(3) A designated time for the licensee or proponent to return the individual to the individual's community residence.

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