§ 5-401

(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Applicant” means an individual who applies for assistance under this part.

(c) “Assistance” means:

(1) cash payments to a recipient; and

(2) payments necessary for supplementary services for a recipient, including:

(i) the recipient’s funeral expenses as provided in § 5-415 of this subtitle; and

(ii) placement of the recipient in a suitable home or institution if:

1. the recipient lacks a legal guardian or other person legally responsible for the recipient’s support; and

2. the recipient consents.

(d) “Program” means the Public Assistance to Adults Program.

(e) “Recipient” means an individual who receives, or has received, assistance under this part.