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C. Referral for services

4. CARES Evaluation The screening process is a vital part of the family evaluation. The Case Manager should begin an evaluation of the family upon receipt of the referral from the ES Worker.

The assessment is used to identify potential barriers that may affect the clients’ ability to participate in activities. The results captured during the assessment will be used to refer individuals for additional assessments when indicated. In addition to the DSS Form 1257 and the CARES evaluation should include the following screenings:

A. DSS Form 1247B - Self Evaluation Activities of Daily Living

The CM must determine the functioning level of the disabled individual based on information obtained from qualified medical professionals and the DSS Form 1247B. Individuals may have an incapacity that limits their ability to work, but still are capable of performing in other training activities.

B. Domestic/Family Violence Assessment

The DSS Form 3733, TANF Domestic Violence Information Notice, will be completed by the interviewer at application. However, the CM must discuss domestic/family violence issues with the participant when developing the Family Plan.

When a recipient requests that certain program requirements be waived because compliance would put the recipient at risk of domestic/family violence, the recipient will be referred to the local Domestic Violence Advocate (DVA) for an assessment which includes completing a safety plan.

NOTE: The safety plan will be maintained by the DVA.

The assessment will evaluate the domestic/family violence situation and determine the extent of counseling and support services needed to safeguard the recipient.

The DVA will make a recommendation to the CM regarding consideration of a good cause domestic violence waiver of a program requirement(s). The DSS Form 3734, TANF Domestic Violence Waiver Assessment, must be completed by the CM.

C. Optional screenings should be completed by the TANF case manager when the client displays problems with hearing or vision.

1. Basic Hearing - DSS Form 1321, TANF Hearing Questionnaire 2. Basic Vision - The individual’s ability to read the application (DSS Form 3800) and other DSS forms without difficulty.

A Basic Learning Disability (LD) screening, DSS Form 1320, is done for TANF applicants by the ES Worker.