R.I. Gen. Laws § 40-8.8-3: Purpose.

The purpose of the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly is to offer an alternative to nursing home care for frail elders. The program of all-inclusive care for the elderly is a pre-paid, capitated program of managed care service delivery for beneficiaries who meet special eligibility requirements, including being eligible for nursing home placement, and who elect to enroll. The model of care includes as core services the provision of adult day health care and multidisciplinary team case management, through which access to and allocation of all health services are coordinated.