(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Aging and Disability Resource Center” has the meaning stated in 42 U.S.C. § 3002(4).
(c) “Long-term services and supports” means the broad range of assistance needed by older adults and individuals with disabilities.
(d) “Options counseling” means an interactive process that:
(1) considers an individual’s needs, preferences, values, and circumstances;
(2) assists and supports the individual and others the individual requests to participate in the process;
(3) determines the individual’s goals for independent living; and
(4) develops an appropriate long-term services and supports plan to achieve those goals.
(e) “Program” means the Aging and Disability Resource Center Program established under this subtitle.