42-11101. Definitions
In this article, unless the context otherwise requires:
1. "Afflicted" means persons who, because of a mental or physical condition,
illness or condition of distress, adversity or harassment, or imminent risk of such
condition, are unable to reasonably take care of themselves or their families or to
properly function in society without periodic or continuous assistance.
2. "Indigent" means a person who is without sufficient means or ability to provide
themselves with adequate food, shelter or social necessaries.
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