HSP BASIS - DRUG/ALCOHOL ADDICTION
ISSUE DATE: 03/2026
MFIP, SNAP, MSA, GA:
No provisions.
HSP:
People have a basis of eligibility for HSP when drug or alcohol addiction is a material factor that limits the person’s ability to work and provide self-support.
Drug or alcohol addiction must be verified through 1 of the following:
● | A physician's certification that the client's disabling condition is the result of continued drug or alcohol addiction. Use the Request for Medical Opinion (DHS-2114) (PDF). |
● | A qualified professional verifies that the client's disabling condition is the result of continued drug or alcohol addiction. Use the Professional Statement of Need (DHS-7122) (PDF). |
Follow the procedures in 0012.30 (Chemical Use Assessment) to determine if a client should be evaluated for chemical dependency.
After this basis has been verified, enter “Y” on "Verified Material DA&A" field on the MAXIS DISA panel. MAXIS will send a DAIL message to change the eligibility basis to "Disability Based on DA&A".
Review this basis of eligibility at each recertification.
See 0010.18.05 (Verifying Disability/Incapacity - Cash), 0028.18.03 (Suitable/Unsuitable Work).
PREVIOUS REVISIONS
| Date | Notes |
|---|---|
| 07/2017 | in GRH updates language because Drug or Alcohol Addiction (DA&A) is no longer accurate. It also in the 2nd paragraph deletes the 1st 2 bullets for clarity. |
| 08/2015 | changes section title to GRH BASIS - DRUG/ALCOHOL ADDICTION. In GRH deletes and adds information throughout. |
| 10/2012 | update Food Support and FS to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and FSET to SNAP E&T throughout. No policy was changed. |
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