173-6-01 Introduction and definitions.

(A) The rules appearing in Chapter 173-6 of the Administrative Code establish criteria for participation in the golden buckeye program by eligible individuals and providers. The program was established by ODA pursuant to sections 173.06 and 173.061 of the Revised Code to assist to serve as a gateway to the following:

(1) Current information on services available from the aging network to support older Ohioans and their families;

(2) Timely information on the issues and changing needs for older Ohioans; and,

(3) Tangible savings and consumer benefits targeted for older Ohioans and Ohioans with a disability.

(B) As used in Chapter 173-6 of the Administrative Code:

(1) “Cardholder” means any individual who possesses a golden buckeye card.

(2) “Director” means the director of ODA.

(3) “Disability” means a total and permanent disability for a person eighteen years of age or older.

(4) “Golden buckeye program” means the program authorized under section 173.06 of the Revised Code.

(5) “ODA” means “the Ohio department of aging.”

(6) “Provider” means either of the following:

(a) A recognized professional (e.g., an optician, a painter) who provides a benefit or discount to cardholders regarding services offered by that professional.

(b) A business entity (e.g., merchant, store, retail sales operation) that provides a benefit or discount to cardholders regarding consumer goods and services sold by that business entity.

(c) A governmental entity (e.g., a public pool) that provides a benefit or discount to cardholders regarding goods or services that it provides.

(7) “Sign-up site” means a location where an individual may apply for a golden buckeye card. A sign-up site may include a senior center, a library, or any other location approved by ODA.

Replaces: 173-6-01, 173-6-02

Effective: 07/01/2007

R.C. 119.032 review dates: 06/30/2011

Promulgated Under: 119.03

Statutory Authority: 173.02, 173.06

Rule Amplifies: 173.06, 173.061

Prior Effective Dates: 1/12/01; 9/12/02 (Emer.); 12/11/02; 5/8/03 (Emer.); 8/8/03