Maryland Code, Housing and Community Development § 4-2701

(b)(1) “Service provider” means a public or private nonprofit organization that provides shelter and supportive services to unaccompanied minors in need of shelter.

(2) “Service provider” includes a host home program.

(1) stable housing;

(2) permanent connections, including ongoing attachments to families, communities, schools, and other positive social networks;

(3) education and employment, including high performance in completion of education and training activities, especially for younger youth, and starting and maintaining adequate and stable employment, particularly for older youth; or

(4) social and emotional well-being, including the development of key competencies, attitudes, and behaviors that equip a young person to succeed across multiple domains of daily life, including school, work, relationships, and community.

(1) who is not in the physical custody of a parent or legal guardian; and