Code of Massachusetts Regulations
101 CMR - EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Title 101 CMR 431.00 - Rates for Certain Respite Services
Section 431.02 - Definitions

Universal Citation: 101 MA Code of Regs 101.431
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

As used in 101 CMR 431.00, unless the context requires otherwise, terms have the meanings in 101 CMR 431.02.

Client. An individual who receives certain respite services purchased by a governmental unit.

Cost Report. The document used to report costs and other financial and statistical data. The Uniform Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report (UFR) is used when required.

EOHHS. The Executive Office of Health and Human Services established under M.G.L. c. 6A.

Governmental Unit. The Commonwealth, any board, commission, department, division, or agency of the Commonwealth and any political subdivision of the Commonwealth.

Provider. Any individual, group, partnership, trust, corporation, or other legal entity that offers services for purchase by a governmental unit and that meets the conditions of purchase or licensure that have been or may be adopted by a purchasing governmental unit.

Reporting Year. The provider's fiscal year for which costs incurred are reported to the Operational Services Division on the Uniform Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report (UFR).

Respite Services. These services provide temporary short-term, community-based clinical and rehabilitative services that enable an individual to live in the community as fully and independently as possible. Respite Services are strength-based and person-centered in supporting clients to maintain, enter, or return to permanent living situations and are available in both site-based and mobile settings.

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