In order to protect the community spouse of an individual living in a residential care facility or assisted living facility, as defined in section 198.006, from impoverishment and to prevent premature placement in a more expensive, more restrictive environment, the family support division shall comply with the provisions of subsection 6 of section 208.010 when determining the eligibility for benefits pursuant to section 208.030.

(L. 2002 S.B. 810, A.L. 2014 H.B. 1299 Revision)