A statement made to a licensed mental health professional in the course of counseling, therapy or evaluation in a case in which a privilege is abrogated under this section may not be used against the client in a criminal proceeding except to rebut the client's testimony contradicting that statement.__Nothing in this section may limit any responsibilities of the professional pursuant to this Act.

Sec. 15. 22 MRSA §3481, first ¶, as enacted by PL 1981, c. 527, §2, is amended to read:

When it has been determined that an incapacitated adult or dependent a vulnerable adult is in need of protective services, the department shall immediately provide or arrange for protective services, provided that the adult consents.

Sec. 16. 22 MRSA §3481, sub-§1, as enacted by PL 1981, c. 527, §2, is amended to read:

1. Consent. If an incapacitated adult or dependent a vulnerable adult does not consent to the receipt of protective services, or if he that adult withdraws consent, the service shall may not be provided.

Sec. 17. 22 MRSA §3484, as enacted by PL 1981, c. 527, §2, is amended to read:

§3484. Payment for protective services

At the time the department makes an evaluation of the case reported, it shall must be determined, according to regulations set by the commissioner, whether the incapacitated adult or dependent vulnerable adult is financially capable of paying for the essential services. To the extent that assets are available to the incapacitated adult or dependent adults vulnerable adult, or wards ward or protected person, the cost of services shall must be borne by the estate of persons a person receiving those services.

Sec. 18. 22 MRSA §3485, as amended by PL 1995, c. 183, §1, is further amended to read:

§3485. Reporting abuse