22VAC40-780-10: Definitions

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

"Direct services" means services provided to clients directly by the local social services staff.

"Eligibility determination" means the process of deciding whether an individual or family meets the criteria for receiving a service.

"Purchased services" means services provided by a paid resource other than local social services staff.

"Universal access" means the provision of services without regard to income or membership in an income maintenance group.