Md. Code, Human Services § 7–201

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Department” means the Department of Human Services.

(c) “Respite care” means short–term care:

(1) of an individual with a developmental or functional disability described under § 7–202 of this subtitle; and

(2) that is provided either within or outside the individual’s home to give temporary relief to the individual or the individual’s family.