Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
(a) A family caregiver is eligible for a grant from the Program if:(1) the family caregiver resides with an adult dependent;(2) the adult dependent has been certified by a licensed physician in the State as an individual with long-term care needs for at least 180 consecutive days during the year; and(3) the family caregiver's household income is 200% or less of the State median income, as adjusted for family size, in accordance with regulations adopted by the Secretary.(b) The Program may provide eligible family caregivers with a grant of up to $500 per household per year.(c) A grant may be used to fund goods and services required to provide care for an adult dependent including: (1) durable medical equipment;(4) prescription or over-the-counter medications;(5) repairs or modifications to the home; and(6) respite care for the family caregiver.