Head of Household

Head of household – households applying for food benefits select an adult head of household at each certification action or when there is a change in household composition.  When all adult members do not agree to the selection or decline to select an adult head of household, the household may select another head of household […]

Degree of Relationship

Degree of relationship – is a term used by the TANF program.

Common-Law Marriage

Common-law marriage – a type of marriage recognized in Oklahoma in which two people agree that they are married, live together, and present themselves as husband and wife without benefit of a legal ceremony.

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 […]