14- 191 C.M.R. ch. 40, § I
It is the intent of this rule to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively to provide services to the greatest number of people possible. In this regard the Department intends to maximize the use of available non-General Fund financial resources.
This rule applies to all persons who apply for services funded or licensed by the Department or from the Department directly and to providers who seek Departmental funds. Individuals must take all reasonable steps to obtain financial support for which they may be eligible. This includes applying for the benefits and providing the other benefit sources with necessary information to determine eligibility for the benefits. Other benefits for which the individual must apply include but are not necessarily limited to Social Security, Medicaid (including Katie Beckett waiver), Medicare and private insurance, as applicable.
14- 191 C.M.R. ch. 40, § I