This section provides definitions for terms used in a chapter governing a loan program for establishing recovery houses in the District of Columbia. Key terms defined include 'Group or Entity' (organizations seeking to establish a recovery house), 'Recovering Substance Abuser' (the target population for the program), and relevant government offices involved in administration. Facility operators seeking loans to establish recovery houses should understand these definitions as they govern eligibility and program requirements.
View official source2199 DEFINITIONS 2199.1 The following terms shall have the meanings ascribed: Group or Entity - Any organization or agency with bylaws, officers and operating policies or a group of at least four (4) or more individuals who have joined together to establish a new recovery house. Late Payment - Any payment received by the lending agency fifteen (15) or more days after the payment date. Office of Business and Economic Development - A government agency which reports to the Deputy Mayor for Economic Development. Office of the Controller - An office located within the D.C. Department of Human Services. Office of Health Planning and Development - An office located within the Commission of Public Health, D.C. Department of Human Services. Qualified Health Professional - A person licensed to practice in the District as a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, registered nurse, or independent clinical social worker, pursuant to the District of Columbia Health Occupations Revision Act of 1985, effective March 25, 1986 (D.C. Code, 2001 Ed. §3-1201.01). Recovering Substance Abuser - Any alcohol or drug abuser who has been alcohol or drug free for at least three (3) months immediately prior to applying for a loan under these guidelines or an abuser who is satisfactorily enrolled in a treatment program. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 38 DCR 603, 610 (January 18, 1991).