§346-82  Definitions.  As used in this
subpart:



(1)  "Elder" means any person as may
otherwise be defined by the department, who desires and needs counseling,
guidance, and assistance to modify or resolve the social, economic,
educational, recreational, physical, or mental problem that impedes the
person's personal functioning and well-being.



(2)  "Day care center for elder disabled and aged
persons" means a place maintained and operated by an individual,
organization, or agency for the purpose of providing supportive and protective
care to a disabled or aged person with or without charging a fee during the
attendant working day.  The term "day care center" includes place
designated for group care for four or more adults or a family home providing
care for two or three adults.  The term "disabled and aged persons"
refers to persons who live with a spouse, relative, or friend but who require
temporary supervision and care during the absence of people from the home or
residence.



Nothing in section 346-83 shall be construed to
include a relative caring for another relative; a neighbor or friend caring for
an adult by mutual choice and agreement; or any center or facility conducted
primarily or solely for educational, social, recreational, athletic or other group
functions that may provide for twenty-four-hour boarding, personal, or nursing
care accommodation. [L 1972, c 198, pt of §1; gen ch 1985; am L 1990, c 67, §8]