Glossary P-words (FAM)

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Parent — a biological, adoptive, or stepparent.

Parental Support or Care — financial support, guidance, physical care, and supervision of a dependent child.

Payment Month — the month in which a payment is made based on the information in the system at the time.

Payment Period — the semimonthly payroll period consisting of the first to the 15th of the month or the 16th to the last day of the month.

Payment Standard* — the dollar amount subject to budgetary limitations from which net income is subtracted when determining eligibility and benefits.

Personal Identification Number (PIN) — the 4-digit number used by a client to activate and control the use of the EBT card.

Personal Property — a form of cash or an item which can readily be converted to cash, i.e., liquid asset.

Probation and Parole Violators — individuals who are violating a condition of probation or parole under Federal or State law.

Proof — documentation or information that establishes the accuracy of statements made by the individual.

Processing Month — the month in which computer entries are made and confirmed.

Provided Shelter — shelter that is provided at no charge to the assistance group.

Provider — any individual, public organization, or private agency supplying child care services.

Provider Payment — a reimbursement by the Department to the provider for the cost of child care services that have already been received.

Pure SSI Household — a household in which all members are SSI recipients.