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COLA Cost of Living Adjustment. An increase in income to compensate for inflation Conservator A person, official, or institution designated to protect the interests of an incompetent person. A conservator has some, but not all, of the duties and powers of a legal guardian. Copy of authorized representative A person or organization authorized to act on a member’s behalf. An authorized representative may be appointed by the member and may exercise all the rights and responsibilities of the member. Cost-Share An enrollee's financial responsibility for health care program coverage, such as a co-payment or premium. CSA Child Support Agency Custodial Parent A parent who has physical custody of their minor child. CWW CARES Worker Web. The web-based pages used in the CARES operations. DACA Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals DDB Disability Determination Bureau deductible The amount of health care expenses an insured person is required to incur before benefits are payable under a health insurance plan. Dependent Child A child under age 18 residing in the home of a parent or caretaker relative or a child age 18 residing in the home of a parent or caretaker relative, if the child is currently enrolled in high school and expects to graduate prior to turning 19. Depreciation A federal income tax deduction for the cost of a business asset that gradually loses value through the wear and tear of use.