(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.