Who is considered an ex-household member?

The concept of an ex-household member typically refers to someone who was once part of the household but no longer resides there as part of a living arrangement. In this context, a spouse that a Member claims to be separated from, who does not own property, fits this definition well. Despite the separation, the individual is still recognized as a spouse, which maintains the connection to the household even if they are no longer cohabitating. This implies that there may be ongoing financial or legal ties due to their marital relationship.

In contrast, the other options describe individuals who either provide financial support from outside the household, have completely moved out, or are of age and self-sufficient, thereby altering their status in relation to the household dynamics. These individuals do not hold the same direct relationship to the original household as a separated spouse does, emphasizing the significance of marital ties even when physical cohabitation ceases.