(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) "Day care center for the elderly" means a place that: (1) Is operated to provide, with or without charge, care for elderly individuals; and (2) Either is: (i) Designated for group care for at least 4 elderly individuals; or (ii) A family home that provides care for 2 or 3 elderly individuals. (c) "Elderly individual" means an individual who: (1) Is 55 years old or older; (2) Lives alone or with a spouse, family relative, or friend; (3) Needs temporary supervision and care during a part of a day in a protective group setting; and (4) Has a disability that is: (i) A reasonably static physical impairment that prevents: 1. Gainful employment; or 2. The accomplishment of the routine of normal daily activities without assistance; or (ii) A permanent or recurrent mental impairment.
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