New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 9 - HUMAN RIGHTS
Chapter 2 - AGE
Part 3 - ELIGIBILITY FOR AGING AND LONG-TERM SERVICES DEPARTMENT SERVICES
Section 9.2.3.11 - VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTIONS
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
A. The Older Americans Act establishes requirements for voluntary contributions. Each older person who receives Older Americans Act-funded services shall be provided an opportunity to voluntarily contribute to the cost of services rendered.
B. Area agencies on aging and other programs are allowed to, and may solicit, voluntary contributions for all Older Americans Act-funded services, provided that the method of solicitation is non-coercive. Each service provider may develop a suggested contribution schedule for services provided with Older Americans Act funds. In developing such a schedule, the provider shall consider the income ranges of older persons in the provider's community, as well as the provider's other sources of income.
C. Area agencies on aging and providers shall not means test for any service for which contributions are accepted, or deny services to any individual who does not contribute.
D. Each area agency on aging shall consult with its relevant service providers and older individuals in its planning and service area(s) to determine the best method(s) for accepting voluntary contributions.
E. Area agencies on aging and programs shall: