Bechtel Ex Rel. Bechtel v. State Department of Social Services, Family Support Division

RICHARD B. TEITELMAN, Judge.

Andrea Bechtel appeals from a judgment of the circuit court of St. Louis County finding that the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services properly denied personal care assistance benefits under section 208.900.1, RSMo Supp.2005. 1 The judgment is reversed, and the case is remanded.

FACTS

The facts of this case are not in dispute. Andrea Bechtel is 39 years old. She has physical and mental disabilities that necessitate the use of a wheelchair and assistance with the activities of daily life. Andrea’s mother, Barbra Bechtel, lives with Andrea and has provided…