Low Intensity Support Services Program | LISS Program Details

LISS

The Low Intensity Support Services program, more commonly known as LISS, is low-level funding designed to improve an individual or family’s quality of life, increase or maintain independence, and participate in their communities.

Upcoming Random Selection Dates

The Random Selection schedule for FY 27 (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)

Online Access Opens on August 1, 2026

Online Access Closes on September 15, 2026

Random Selection will take place on October 1, 2026

Key Changes from FY25

  1. The maximum grant amount has decreased from $2,000 to $1,000
  2. There will only be one round for random selection in FY27.
Random Selection Application

If you have questions/concerns, please reach out to our office:

LISS@Penn-Mar.org or 877-282-8202



LISS Overview

About the Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) Program The Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) program provides fundi...

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Random Selection Process

How to Apply for LISS Funding To apply via the Random Selection process, please read the instructions below. If you have...

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Eligibility

LISS Eligibility Overview Eligibility is determined for the applicant, the service/item requested, and the provider of s...

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LISS Providers

Applicants must submit applications to the LISS agency in their region. Here are the regions Penn-Mar serves: Penn-Mar H...

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Selected Applicants

On this page, please find the documents needed to complete the next steps in obtaining LISS funding. Please review the G...

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Application Assistance

Application Assistance and Information Sessions Application assistance sessions give you the opportunity to meet one-on-...

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Forms

LISS Forms and Documents For your convenience, LISS forms are listed below. All documents are provided as PDFs and can b...

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DDA Website

The Maryland State Developmental Disabilities Administration’s Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) Program serves ch...

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