Connecticut Department of Social Services Uniform Policy Manual: 1525.25 Authorized Representatives - Agency Requirements

CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICESPRIVATE UNIFORM POLICY MANUAL ______________________________________________________________________________ Date: 7-1-87 Transmittal: UP-87-2 1525.25 ______________________________________________________________________________ Section: Type: Eligibility Process POLICY ______________________________________________________________________________ Chapter: Program: AFDC Authorized Representatives AABD _______________________________________________________________ FS Subject: MA Agency Requirements ______________________________________________________________________________

1525.25 A. Identification

The Department does not take action based on information provided by an authorized representative until the authorized representative provides verification of his or her identity.

B. Review of Certification Materials

Whenever possible, the Department requires the head of the assistance unit, caretaker relative, custodian or court appointed fiduciary to review the actions of the authorized representative.

C. Home Visits and Collateral Contacts

The Department conducts home visits, makes collateral contacts or uses other means at its disposal to confirm actions of an authorized representative if the appropriateness of the action is questionable or requires further exploration.