Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, “caretaker” means an individual who: (1) provides ongoing care for an individual who: (A) is at least eighteen (18) years of age; and (B) has special needs; and (2) does not receive money for the care provided under subdivision (1). As added by P.L.274-2003, SEC.6.
Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, “special needs” means any of the following: (1) Alzheimer’s disease or any related disorder. (2) Inability to perform at least two (2) activities of daily living. (3) Any other condition that the division determines by rule should be covered by this article. As added by P.L.274-2003, SEC.6.
Sec. 3. The caretaker support program is established. As added by P.L.274-2003, SEC.6.
Sec. 4. (a) The division of aging established by IC 12-9.1-1-1 shall administer the caretaker support program established under this chapter. (b) The division of aging shall do the following: (1) Subject to section 9 of this chapter, adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 for the coordination and administration of the caretaker support program. (2) Administer […]
Sec. 5. An individual who is at least sixty-five (65) years of age and: (1) a caretaker; or (2) an individual with special needs being taken care of by a caretaker; is eligible for the caretaker support program. As added by P.L.274-2003, SEC.6.
Sec. 6. Caretaker support program services include the following services administered by the area agencies on aging: (1) Information for caretakers about available services. (2) Assistance to caretakers in gaining access to the services. (3) Individual counseling, organization of support groups, and caretaker training to assist caretakers in making decisions and solving problems in the […]
Sec. 7. The division shall develop and implement a client cost share formula for respite care services. As added by P.L.274-2003, SEC.6.
Sec. 8. When possible, the division shall make use of volunteers and volunteer groups, including faith based groups, when executing its duties under this article. As added by P.L.274-2003, SEC.6.
Sec. 9. (a) Before finally adopting a rule under IC 4-22-2 to implement this chapter, the division shall consult with and fully consider any comments submitted by: (1) caretakers providing care for a special needs individual under this chapter; (2) individuals with special needs receiving care from a caretaker under this chapter; (3) area agencies […]
