LAC 48:IX.1101. Purpose

A. The individual and family support program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities which exceed those normally met by existing resources, entitlements, and those occurring naturally in the individual’s family and community pursuant to the guiding principles of ACT 378 of the 1989 Regular Legislative Session as contained in R.S. 28:823. B. The purposes of the individual and family support program shall be: 1. to establish, maintain and/or improve the quality of life for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families in a manner that respects both the individual’s needs and aspirations and the individual’s ability to use supports in a responsible and accountable manner; 2. to link individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families to existing supports and resources and to supplement those supports as necessary to maintain and/or improve the integrity of individuals and their families.