special items allowance A payment authorized for a special need not covered by the family size allowance. The payment may be for either a recurring or a nonrecurring need.

A payment An approved cash or crisis benefit issued through the LIHEAP automated system. authorized for a special need not covered by the family A minor child and his or her parent or specified relative with whom the child lives. size allowance. The payment may be for either a recurring need or a nonrecurring need.