Definitions 650-50-10

(Revised 10/17/2018 ML #3540)

Definitions in this manual include descriptions of Older Americans Act programs and services that must be used in the completion of required Federal reporting. Please refer to Service Chapter 650-25 for a complete list of definitions.

“Disability” means a condition attributed to mental or physical impairment, or a combination of mental and physical impairments that results in substantial functional limitations in one or more of the following areas of major life activity: (1) self-care, (2) receptive and expressive language, (3) learning, (4) mobility, (5) self-direction, (6) capacity of independent living, (7) economic self-sufficiency, (8) cognitive functioning, and (9) emotional adjustment.

“Information and Assistance/Referral (I & R)” a one-on-one service that (a) assesses problems and capabilities of the individuals; (b) provides consumers with information on opportunities and services available within their communities; (c) links the consumers to the services and opportunities that are available; and (d) to the maximum extent practicable, establishes adequate follow-up procedures.

“Older Individual (Person)” means an individual who is 60 years of age and older.