### Question
How is the term supportive services defined?


### Answer
The term **supportive services** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 1437e* as the following:

> services designed to meet the special needs of tenants, and may include meal services, health-related services, mental health services, services for nonmedical counseling, meals, transportation, personal care, bathing, toileting, housekeeping, chore assistance, safety, group and socialization activities, assistance with medications (in accordance with any applicable State laws), case management, personal emergency response, and other appropriate services

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1437e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 8-LOW-INCOME HOUSING > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROGRAM OF ASSISTED HOUSING**

