32 Miss. Code. R. 1-9.0
The State Attendant Care Program is a special program created by the Mississippi Legislature in 1985 to provide personal care services to persons who have severe disabilities. The intent of the State Attendant Care Program is to provide a means for securing attendants for those not able to access personal care services under other programs.
Eligibility Criteria:
In order for an individual to be served under the State Attendant Care Program, the following eligibility criteria must be met:
* The presence of a significant mental or physical disability;
* The presence of a severe limitation in ability to function independently in the family or community, and
* A reasonable expectation that independent living rehabilitation services will significantly assist in their ability to function more independently in the home or community.
32 Miss. Code. R. 1-9.0