SB 5238 - DIGEST

 

     Directs the department of social and health services to coordinate efforts by public and private agencies to provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

     Establishes the family support program.

     Requires the department to revise, every two years, a state family support plan.

     Authorizes the department to use the funds allocated for the family support program to meet the special needs of eligible families.

     Encourages the implementation of a family support services plan.

     Appoints an advisory council.