As Colonel Bernier mentioned, there is a tool that analyzes the complexity of an individual's needs. If a person is considered a complex transition, be it because there are modifications required to the home for the long term—for health care or for potential employment—or perhaps there's a mental health condition that would preclude employment for a couple of years, then from the medical side of the house they recommend a period of retention, which can go from six months up to three years. We work within those parameters to ensure that the person is given every chance to succeed on the way out.
On June 5th, 2012. See this statement in context.