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1247 (07/2026) Chapter 8: Examples • Chapter 8: Examples TANF Example 1: Nala’s husband and the father of her son Nathan passed away. She is applying for TANF. The worker would ask if she has applied for Survivor Benefits through the SSA for both herself and her son. If Nala states that she has applied, then the worker would accept her statement and remind her of her reporting requirements. If Nala states that she has not, then a DHS210 would need to be given and benefits would not be opened until this is complete. Example 2: Joshua is applying for TANF program benefits for himself and child. During the intake appointment, the case worker finds out that Joshua was injured in an auto accident and is trying to get the other insurance company to pay for damages. The worker offers to assist Joshua in completing the online form or the paper format in the office or will pend on a DHS 210 for completion of the Vehicle Related Personal Injury form and submission to the Personal Injury Lien Unit if Joshua is not able or willing to do it in the office. Example 3: Peter is in the office applying for TANF for himself and his three children. Peter informs the worker that Lois, his wife and the mother to his children, passed away six months ago due to a boating accident. The worker will need to pend on a DHS210 for Peter to apply for survivor benefits before TANF can be approved. Cooperation with the Oregon Child Support Program (OCSP) Refer to Child Support Program examples. Requirement to live with a caretaker or caretaker relative Multi-program example 1 Dan’s best friend Manny is the God-father for Dan’s son Justin. Shortly after Dan’s divorce he was diagnosed with a terminal illness. He moved himself and his son in with Manny, so that Justin could have a stable caretaker. Dan has since passed, leaving Justin in Manny’s care. Manny continues to be Justin’s caretaker, but would appreciate any help available. SNAP This does not apply to the SNAP program. TANF Manny is not considered a caretaker relative and cannot receive TANF on his behalf. ERDC Though Manny is not a caretaker relative, he is the caretaker of Justin. Therefore, he can receive ERDC if the remaining eligibility requirements are met.