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A-2630.4 Division of Welfare and Supportive Services NON-NEEDY RELATIVE CAREGIVER and KINSHIP CARE Eligibility and Payments Manual Support Services 20 Apr 01 MTL 02/20 application process. Child care is not guaranteed and all eligibility requirements for the child care program must be met. Refer to the Child Care Manual for eligibility requirements and services. 2. Transportation

Participants may receive transportation reimbursement or bus fare for approved sites. Examples of approved sites may include school meetings/appointments necessary for the development of an educational plan, or a meeting with the school counselor regarding behavioral issues. Approved transportation needs will be determined by the ESS unit in Central Office.

NOTE: Transportation costs covered by Medicaid will not be covered under this program. Most medically necessary transportation may be paid/reimbursed by Medicaid if the household submits a “Prior Authorization Request” to the Medicaid office.

3. Respite Care

Relative caregivers may receive temporary relief from caring for a child. This is a vital family preservation and family support service for the continuum of family services intended to reduce family stress, support family stability, prevent abuse and neglect, and minimize the need for out-of-home placements. This service will be limited to five (5) days a year. Refer any requests to the ESS unit in Central Office.

Exception: Respite care may extend to more than five days a year when a medical/family emergency disrupts the guardian’s ability to provide appropriate supervision for the child. The need for additional days of respite care will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the Chief of Employment and Support Services.