Section 4830.

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As used in this chapter:

(a) "Continuum" means a coordinated multicomponent services system within the geographic borders of each of the 13 area boards on developmental disabilities whose design shall support the sequential developmental needs of persons such that the pattern of these services provides an unbroken chain of experience, maximum personal growth and liberty.

(b) "Normalization" means making available programs, methods, and titles which are culturally normative, and patterns and conditions of everyday life which are as close as possible to the norms and patterns of the mainstream of society.

(c) "Designated agency" means the legal entity selected by the Department of Developmental Services to be responsible for organizing or providing services within each continuum or both.

(Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1232.)

                    
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