4400. Concurrent TANF Benefits

Applies To:  This policy applies to all Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) caseworkers and supervisors.

Policy Number & Title:  4400. Concurrent TANF Benefits

Effective Date:  July 31, 2018


Purpose

Families receiving TANF benefits prior to children or youth entering out-of-home care may be eligible for 180 calendar days of ongoing benefits to support the goal of reunification. TANF benefits support families by maintaining housing and access to services or community supports.

Authority

WAC 388-454-0015  Temporary Absence from the home

Policy

  1. DCYF will notify Economic Services Administration (ESA) when a child or youth is removed from a parent receiving TANF benefits.
  2. DCYF will coordinate efforts with ESA to continue the parent’s eligibility for 180 calendar days of ongoing TANF benefits when the primary permanency plan is reunification within 180 calendar days of original placement date.

Resources

Concurrent TANF Benefits procedures (Located in the DCYF Policies & Rules Office SharePoint)


Original Date:  December 1, 2010

Revised Date:  July 31, 2015

Review Date:  July 31, 2018

Approved by:  Jennifer Strus, Assistant Secretary