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RSA 161-I:1 Purpose
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I. Many individuals require assistance with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living to maintain their independence and dignity. Personal care services are non-medical, hands-on supports that substitute for the loss of an individual's physical o…
RSA 161-I:2 Definitions
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In this chapter: I. "Commissioner" means the commissioner of the department of health and human services. II. "Consumer-directed services" means personal care services under which the eligible consumer or his or her representative is responsible for: (a) Participating in the deve…
RSA 161-I:3 Consumer Choice
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An eligible consumer in need of personal care services shall have the option to receive personal care services, including consumer-directed services, through a home health agency or other qualified agency. An individual not eligible for department programs shall have the option t…
RSA 161-I:3-a Authorization of Legally Responsible Relative, Guardian, or Person Granted Power of Attorney
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The department may authorize reimbursement to a legally responsible relative, a guardian, or a person granted power of attorney by the eligible consumer, who provides personal care to an eligible consumer with special health care needs residing at home. Such reimbursement shall o…
