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2. D.C. is revising its Work Verification Plan based on ongoing program and policy changes made over the last several years as well as to document operational changes made in response to the current national pandemic.

3. Redesigning TANF Assessment – DHS will make several changes to the TANF assessment including applying a person-centered, full frame lens, along with a strengths based approach that more accurately identify how DHS can best serve the whole family, both parent and child(ren), in the most respectful and productive way.

DHS is also pursuing technological enhancements to its TANF Assessment that would allow customers the option to complete a web-based self-assessment.

TANF Program Service Delivery Options In addition to funding basic cash assistance and employment and training programs for TANF recipients, D.C. uses or intends to use federal TANF funds for the following activities for TANF-eligible families (for programs and services other than cash assistance, D.C. has eligibility criteria of under 300% of the Federal Poverty Level):

1. Employment, educational, and support service offerings developed through a multigenerational framework: a. Job Placement (JP) Service Providers assist customers navigate and engage career exploration activities to identify the customer’s preferred work industry and career pathway. Together, the customer and Case Manger create a series of detailed Individual Responsibility Plans (dIRPs) that document the iterative steps and activities the customer will pursue to meet their educational or employment goals. This falls under TANF purpose #3 and is not considered assistance.