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Definition of a Minor Parent Minor parents are Applicants under the age of eighteen (18) and must be the legal parent of a child(ren) applying for services. A minor parent is the Applicant and must meet all relevant eligibility criteria.

Minor Parent Primary Caregiver Policy: When a minor parent is in the Household and is NOT the primary caregiver, the following documentation is required to allow the grandparent of the child to be the Applicant:

➢ Signed and dated statement from the grandparent indicating the minor parent is not the primary caregiver; or ➢ Signed and dated statement from the minor parent indicating they are not the primary caregiver.

PLEASE NOTE: Either statement must be provided with each application sequence until the minor parent becomes eighteen (18) years of age. The minor parent will be listed as a child in the CCDF household until the minor parent becomes eighteen (18) years of age or moves out of the household.

Change in Physical Custody Policy: When the physical custody of a child receiving CCDF benefits changes, the child may be entitled to continued benefits should the new individual with physical custody meet eligibility guidelines. This includes an eligible service need and income below 85% of state median income (SMI).

Foster Parent Adopts Child When a foster parent adopts their foster child(ren), it is considered a change in custody and must meet the eligibility guidelines including an eligible service need and income below 85% of state median income (SMI).