The following amounts are deducted from gross income when computing the application of an individual's or couple's income to the cost of institutional care:
Individuals: $40 PLUS *
Couples: $60 PLUS *
For the following individuals with greater need -- * (1) Patients in institutions who participate in work programs as part of treatment. The first $75.00 of earnings plus 1/2 the remainder, up to a maximum of $190.00 monthly is allowed to be retained for personal needs. * (2) Patients receiving institutional or home- and community-based waiver services who pay guardianship fees, the actual cost of guardian fees up to a maximum of 5% of gross income.
Children: $40
Adults: $60
12 Va. Admin. Code § 30-40-20
Statutory Authority
§§ 32.1-324 and 32.1-325 of the Code of Virginia.