Section 10-709 - Aftercare plan.
§ 10-709. Aftercare plan.
(a) In general.- In accordance with § 10-809 of this title, a facility shall prepare a written aftercare plan for an individual who has been accepted as a resident in the facility before that individual is released from the facility.
(b) Individuals to whom plan is to be offered.- The aftercare plan prepared under this section shall be offered to individuals who have been accepted as residents in a facility who are scheduled for release from a facility under this title.
(c) Regulations.- The Secretary shall adopt regulations governing the planning and provisions of aftercare plans including:
(1) Procedures to obtain the consent of the individual; or
(2) Procedures to assist an individual who is unable to participate fully in aftercare planning.
[1983, ch. 405, § 2; 1984, ch. 480; 1987, ch. 576.]