Connecticut General Statutes 17a-215h – Compensation of family caregivers in Medicaid waiver programs for clients of the Department of Developmental Services
(a) As used in this section, (1) “legally responsible relative” means a spouse, parent or legal guardian of a person enrolled in a Medicaid waiver program, and (2) “Medicaid waiver program” means any of the three programs established under Section 1915(c) of the Social Security Act to provide home and community-based services to clients of the Department of Developmental Services.
Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 17a-215h
- Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
(b) Not later than November 1, 2023, the Commissioner of Social Services, in consultation with the Commissioner of Developmental Services, shall amend the current Medicaid waiver programs to authorize compensation for family caregivers providing personal care assistance services to participants in the Medicaid waiver programs, including, but not limited to, family caregivers who are legally responsible relatives. Such amendment shall be implemented upon approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. For purposes of this section, “family caregiver” means a caregiver related by blood or marriage or a legal guardian of a participant in a Medicaid waiver program.