How the ability to pay is determined

(a) In accordance with Section 27-102l(d)-250 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, the veteran and any other person as described in Section 27-102l(d)-250 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies, as a condition of admission or continued participation of the veteran, to cooperate with the Department and provide such information as is necessary for the Department to determine the veteran's ability to pay. (b) A veteran's ability to pay is determined by combining all of his assets and his total monthly income, from all sources, and comparing the combined amount with the charge for his care, as determined by the Department pursuant to Section 27-102l(d)-258.