The following definitions apply to this chapter.

"CARE assessment" means an inventory and evaluation of a client's strengths and limitations based on an in-person interview in the client's home or place of residence.

"Caregiver" means a person contracted with the developmental disabilities administration (DDA) to provide medicaid or waiver personal care, respite care, or attendant care services.

"Client" means a person who has a developmental disability as defined in RCW 71A.10.020(5) and has been determined eligible to receive services by DDA under chapter 71A.16 RCW.

"Collateral contact" means a person or agency that is involved in the client's life, such as a legal guardian, family member, provider, or friend.

"Independent supports" means an adult, other than the client's paid caregiver, who observes the care a client receives from their paid caregiver.