Greatest social need
Greatest social need, as used in this part, means the need caused by noneconomic factors, which include: (1) Physical and mental disabilities; (2) Language barriers; (3) Cultural, social, or geographical isolation, including due to: (i) Racial or ethnic status; (ii) Native American identity; (iii) Religious affiliation; (iv) Sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics; (v) HIV status; (vi) Chronic conditions; (vii) Housing instability, food insecurity, lack of access to reliable and clean water supply, lack of transportation, or utility assistance needs; (viii) Interpersonal safety concerns; (ix) Rural location; or (x) Any other status that: (A) Restricts the ability of an individual to perform normal or routine daily tasks; or (B) Threatens the capacity of the individual to live independently; or (4) Other needs as further defined by State and area plans based on local and individual factors.