LAC 48:I.20111. Eligibility Decisions [Formerly LAC 67:VII.1113]

A. An individual can be determined eligible for services as set forth in R.S. 46:2116.2 if that individual meets all of the following criteria: 1. is an individual with significant disabilities; 2. is age 18 or older; 3. needs goods and/or personal assistance services from this program to prevent or remove the individual from inappropriate placement in an institutional setting or enhance or maintain individual’s employability; 4. provides verification of the disability from the treating physician; 5. is capable or has legal/personal representation capable of self-direction. Although the participant is capable of self-directing they may chose a qualified provider agency for services; and 6. has unique economic and social needs.