32 Miss. Code. R. 1-18.1
Deposits
Deposits include security deposits for rental and utilities including basic telephone service. Security deposits or utility deposits must be in the applicant's name.
Security deposits may be paid as long as the payment is specifically called a security deposit and not rent, the payment is for a one-time expense, and the amount of the payment is no more than the equivalent of two months rent. Transition assistance services cannot pay for rent.
Transition assistance services can be used to pay for arrears on previous utilities if the account is in the client's name and the client will not be able to get the utilities unless the previous balance is paid. Transition assistance services cannot pay the first month's payment on utilities.
Transition assistance services can be used to pay for a telephone since it is a basic need but minutes or services on the telephone cannot be paid for.
Transition assistance services cannot pay for any charges for upgraded services beyond the basic service.
Transition assistance services funds can be used to pay for initial setup or reconnection fees to propane or butane service including the minimal supply of fuel if the utility company has a policy that requires a minimal supply of fuel to be delivered during the initial or reconnection service call. Transition assistance services funds cannot be used to top off a tank with fuel when the individual's home is connected and has a supply of butane or propane.
Transition assistance services can pay for pet deposits only if the pet is a service animal essential to the client.
Household Needs
Household needs include basic furniture/appliances. This includes bedroom furniture, living room furniture, kitchen furniture, refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, etc.
An applicant may request a specific brand or type of appliance, furniture or other Transition assistance services item as long as the applicant's needs are met within the cost limit.
Transition assistance services items may be placed in someone's home other than the applicant only when furnishings are not available and are necessary for the applicant to transition to the community. Transition assistance services cannot pay for items that would only be used by the other person.
If existing items are not usable and the lack of a usable basic/essential item creates a barrier keeping the individual from transitioning to the home and community, the item is considered a need.
House wares
House wares can include pots, pans, dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, linens, towels, clock and other small items required for the household.
Small Appliances
Small appliances include a microwave oven, electric can opener, coffee pot, toaster, etc.
Cleaning Supplies
Cleaning supplies include a mop, broom, vacuum, brushes, soaps and cleaning agents.
32 Miss. Code. R. 1-18.1