N.H. Code Admin. R. He-E 502.01

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024

Section He-E 502.01 - Purpose and Goals

(a) The purpose of the rule is to describe:

(1) The services administered by the NH department of health and human services (DHHS), bureau of elderly and adult services (BEAS) through the Older Americans Act (Title III) to those individuals who meet the eligibility requirements contained in these rules; and

(2) The eligibility requirements for these services.

(b) In accordance with the Older Americans Act, Title III services shall be directed toward one or more of the goals contained in 45 CFR 1321 and 42 U.S.C. 3001, with emphasis placed on serving the following groups of individuals:

(1) Individuals with severe disabilities;

(2) Low income minority older individuals;

(3) Native Americans;

(4) Older individuals in greatest social or economic need;

(5) Older individuals residing in rural areas;

(6) Older individuals with limited English proficiency; and

(7) Older individuals at risk for institutional placement.

N.H. Code Admin. R. He-E 502.01

(See Revision Note at part heading for He-E 502) #10530, eff 2-28-14

Amended by Volume XLII Number 14, Filed April 7, 2022, Proposed by #13354, Effective 3/19/2022, Expires 3/19/2032