To apply for a grant, an applicant organization shall submit an application and budget for the use of the money in the form specified by the commissioner. The commissioner shall make grants only to entities whose applications and budgets are approved by the commissioner. In awarding grants, the commissioner shall give priority to applications that indicate plans to collaborate in the development, funding, and delivery of services with other agencies in the local system of care. The commissioner shall specify requirements for reports, including quarterly fiscal reports under section 256.01, subdivision 2, paragraph (o). The commissioner shall require collection of data and periodic reports that the commissioner deems necessary to demonstrate the effectiveness of each service.
Respite care services under subdivision 1, paragraph (b), clause (3), include hourly or overnight stays at a licensed foster home or with a qualified and approved family member or friend and may occur at a child's or provider's home. Respite care services may also include the following activities and expenses:
Minn. Stat. § 245.4889
2007 c 147 art 8 s 8; 2015 c 71 art 2 s 14, 15