### Question
How does the law define community supports?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 6001*, **community supports** is defined as:

> activities, services, supports, and other assistance designed to—


(A) assist neighborhoods and communities to be more responsive to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6001*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 75-PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

