Md. Code Regs. 07.02.10.11

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 26, December 27, 2024

Section 07.02.10.11 - Semi-Independent Living Arrangement

A. The purpose of the semi-independent living arrangement is to provide youth an opportunity to learn and practice independent living skills and activities for a specified time period as indicated in the service agreement while receiving services from the local department and provider agency.

B. A youth 16 to 21 years old may be eligible to participate in a semi-independent living arrangement if the youth:

(1) Is continually enrolled in and regularly attending school or vocational training or is working at least 80 hours per month;

(2) Agrees to the requirements of the service agreement;

(3) Needs help in transitioning to self-sufficiency; and

(4) Is capable of contributing to the cost of the semi-independent living arrangement through:

(a) Earned income from employment; or

(b) Unearned income such as scholarships, stipends, grants, work-study arrangements, Social Security (supplemental security income or survivor's benefits), or any combination.

C. Youth who are interested in residing in a semi-independent living arrangement shall:

(1) Meet the eligibility requirements; and

(2) Apply to the local department.

D. Youth not meeting the requirements of §B(1) and (3) of this regulation may be eligible for participation in a semi-independent living arrangement if the youth has a documented disability in living skills and the youth's case plan documents how the youth's disability can be accommodated in a semi-independent living arrangement.

E. Youth may live in approved placements as outlined in Regulation .02B(19) of this chapter.

Md. Code Regs. 07.02.10.11

Regulations .11, Independent Living Preparation Program, adopted effective March 4, 2002 (29:4 Md. R. 416)