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
- DCYF will notify Economic Services Administration (ESA) when a child or youth is removed from a parent receiving TANF benefits.
- 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