Md. Code, Health - General § 7-701
Md. Code, Health - General § 7-701
in effect(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.
Source: Open US Law by Vaquill AI (CC BY 4.0)URL: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Laws/StatuteText?article=ghg§ion=7-701&enactments=falseFetched: 10/17/2026