Substance Abuse Policy Changes

Policy changes outlined concerning Substance Misuse

SSI and Child Care Coding

Coding examples of when a child care recipient receives SSI.

SSP Best Practices

Answers to some common questions about the Debit Card/Direct Deposit for cash benefits

Child Support: Who does it belong to?

For ABD-related benefits, child support is usually counted as income for the child for whom it is intended. Refer to article ABD: How to Code Child Support 1/3 Deduction for Child with Disability for explanation on how to count the child support when determining eligibility for a child who has a disability. If eligibility is […]

How to Consider & Code Child Support for ABD-Related Benefits

For ABD-related benefits, child support is generally considered income for the child rather than the parent. If the child support payment is for more than one child, divide the amount received by the number of children for whom it is intended. Example: Martha is applying for ABD benefits for herself and her son John. Her […]

Reporting/Acting on Changes

Clarify when changes must be reported and acted upon by the worker with 12 month eligibility.

Other Eligibility

To complete this quiz, select the correct answer for each question and hit Submit.

Provider Change

The following are instructions on how to process a child care facility change.

ELIGIBILITY – Minor Parents

TANF Eligibility for Minor Parent To be included in the TANF benefit, a minor unmarried parent (under 18 years of age) must live with: A parent (natural, adoptive or stepparent) Legal guardian Other adult relative age 18 or older Live in a foster home Live in a maternity home Live in another supportive living arrangement […]

Household Composition & Income Consideration

340:40-7-6 Appendix C-4 One of the primary tasks to be completed during the childcare application process is to determine which household members must be included on the case. Three types of possible household members need to be considered. Parents Caretakers Children Parents All natural, adoptive, or step-parents must be included in the household. Parents who […]