Residents of a group living arrangement.
Residents of a group living arrangement. (1) Disabled or blind residents of a group living arrangement (GLA) (as defined in 271.2 of this chapter) may apply either through use of an authorized representative employed and designated by the group living arrangement or on their own behalf or through an authorized representative of their choice. The GLA must determine if a resident may apply on his or her own behalf based on the resident's physical and mental ability to handle his or her own affairs. Some residents of the GLA may apply on their own behalf while other residents of the same GLA may apply through the GLA's representative. Prior to certifying any residents, the State agency must verify that the GLA is authorized by FNS or is certified by the appropriate agency of the State (as defined in 271.2 of this chapter) including the agency's determination that the center is a nonprofit organization.