Conn. Agencies Regs. § 17a-227-31

Current through December 27, 2024

Section 17a-227-31 - Definitions

For the purpose of Sec. 17a-227-31 through Sec. 17a-227-37, inclusive, the following definitions shall apply:

(a) "Annual Performance Review" means a review of the contractor's compliance with the terms of the contract.

(b) "Commissioner" means the commissioner of the department of mental retardation.

(c) "Contract" means written authorization issued by the commissioner to any person, firm or corporation to provide residential support services to persons with mental retardation for a period of up to one fiscal year.

(d) "Contractor" means the person, firm or corporation that is authorized by the commissioner to provide residential support services to persons with mental retardation and is responsible to the department for complying with the provisions of these regulations.

(e) "Department" means the department of mental retardation (DMR).

(f) "DMR policies" means written procedures and rules issued by the commissioner which govern the operation of the department and organizations and persons contracted with to provide residential support services pursuant to Section 17a-227 C.G.S. as amended by P.A. 89-375.

(g) "Dwelling" means any building designed for human habitation.

(h) "Follow-Along Plan" means an annual planning process identifying the minimal level of services for clients of the department.

(i) "Housing costs" means those costs normally attributable to the acquisition, retention, use and occupancy of a dwelling, including but not limited to rent or other periodic payments for use and occupancy.

(j) "Overall Plan of Services (OPS)" means an individual planning process that results in a document that specifies a strategy to guide the delivery of service to a person with mental retardation for up to one year.

(k) "Own Home" means any dwelling not requiring a license by the department that is occupied by a person with mental retardation for which the occupant pays his own housing costs wholly with his own funds or with assistance.

(l) "Personal Care Services" means assistance to individuals which allows them to perform their routine activities of daily living to maintain independence, health, personal appearance, comfort, safety and interactions within their community.

(m) "Region" means the management of a geographical subdivision of the state as defined by the department.

(n) "Record" means written information pertaining to each service recipient which shall include administrative, treatment and educational data.

(o) "Residential Support Services" means any service provided by a person, firm or corporation to assist a person with mental retardation to live in his own home. These services are not intended for persons who have a need for continuous supervision or the presence of staff in the person's own home for the purpose of protection or control except for certain periods of transition or adjustment. Such services may include, but are not limited to: periodic visits as defined in the service contract or supports provided by a paid neighbor or roommate, assistance with specific life needs such as financial management, locating housing, health care, shopping, teaching of basic independent living skills, periodic counseling and emotional support, personal care services or adaptive devices.

(p) "Residential Support Services Plan" means a plan for the delivery of residential support services developed in conjunction with the person receiving the services. This plan shall delineate in measurable terms the services to be provided, the person(s) responsible and timeframes for delivery of services.

Conn. Agencies Regs. § 17a-227-31

Effective August 24, 1994