3.2.3

Legal Relationship The applicant must have a valid legal relationship with the child(ren) (such as parent, guardian, or adult(s) standing in loco parentis). Acceptable documents include one of the following:  Child’s birth certificate, including those in a language other than English, which must include the name of the applicant requesting services;  A current and valid adoption, custody order, or other court-issued document establishing guardianship;  Documentation from a federal or DC Government agency proving the applicant’s relationship to the child, including receiving benefits on behalf of the child (such as an admission form from DHS; documentation of payment from TANF including the child’s name on the statement; a letter verifying Social Security, Veterans’ Benefits, child support, or any other benefit received by the applicant on behalf of a child) issued within the last 12 months;  An attestation on business letterhead completed and signed by a legal, medical, or social service professional within the last 12 months identifying the applicant as the parent, legal guardian, or an adult who has assumed responsibility for the day-to-day care and supervision of a child; or  A signed sworn statement by the applicant stating they have assumed responsibility for the day-to-day care and supervision of the child.