Use the entire amount paid for meals and lodging when the amount for meals cannot be determined. When a boarder receives one meal a day, the amount paid must be at least two-thirds of the maximum allotment for the applicable boarder household. Most residents of institutions are not eligible for food assistance benefits. Homeless clients may use food stamps to purchase prepared meals from meal providers for the homeless. A household consists of any person or group of persons who apply together.
Minors living in a group home can qualify as separate food stamp households.
Homeless meal providers cannot act as an authorized representative. Clients will need to ask the food service if they accept food coupons for payment. Incorrect valid values entered on the STAT screen may effect eligibility and payment accuracy. For each member listed, determine how that person relates to the head of household. Persons living in a shelter for battered women and children may receive food assistance.