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K. School activities that will provide educational support for children if the parent is required or asked to attend (i.e. PTO meetings, school conferences, seminars, etc.)

L. Other activities that the agency determines are consistent with the capabilities of the participant

M. Participation in drug or alcohol "12 step" programs

N. Educational Activities

NOTE: For all dependent children in the household, the Responsibility Plan should include satisfactory attendance and progress. The CM will be responsible for verifying this at each school reporting period and documenting the case file. If problems are noted in these areas, appropriate referrals for tutoring, conferences, etc. should be arranged.

O. EPP Classes

P. Other services that may be offered in an individual or group setting such as:

1. Personal Improvement: goal setting, problem-solving, character development, coping skills, relationship-building, communication skills

2. Family Life: child development, parenting, family management

3. Practical Life Skills: money and time management, healthy home, nutrition

15. CARES Activities - PATS Coding The DSS CARES program does not have a specific participation requirement; however, Case Managers must schedule and record all appropriate activities for CARES in the PATS system. The CARES program allows flexibility and leniency for adults dealing with disability issues, therefore participation in any activity should be entered in PATS.

When coding the appropriate CARES activities in PATS, use the code that most closely reflects the activity of the participant. If the activity does not meet one of the codes listed in PATS, the CM should code the activity “WANC” and document the case accordingly. The PATS (WANC) code for "other work activities" or "non-countable" hours are acceptable for CARES activity. Any activity that the Case Manager believes may assist the client and/or his or her family may be counted in CARES.

EXAMPLE: The hours spent completing the application process for RSDI or SSI could be considered "other work activities" in CARES.

16. CARES Policy on Sanctions In the CARES Program, the DSS Form 1257, TANF Family Success Assessment (TFSA), is completed for all families. The DSS Form 1022, Individual Employment Plan (IEP), may be required for some individuals. Punitive action should not be taken against the recipient if they