### Question
How is the "functionally disabled" defined?


### Answer
The term **functionally disabled** is defined in *25 U.S.C. § 1680k* as follows -

> an individual who is determined to require home- and community-based services based on an assessment that uses criteria (including, at the discretion of the tribe or tribal organization, activities of daily living) developed by the tribe or tribal organization

#### Citation:
  - *25 U.S.C. § 1680k*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-FINANCING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF INDIANS AND INDIAN ORGANIZATIONS > SUBCHAPTER VI-MISCELLANEOUS**

