Page 20

19

Vermont Department for Children and Families Seasonal Fuel Assistance Rules Economic Services Division 2908 p.3 Verification

3. For a medically necessary caregiver, the head of household must complete a form provided by the Department.

i. This form must be completed and signed by the elderly or disabled person’s physician or other licensed health care provider.

h. The Department must verify the identity of the applicant in accordance with rule 2908.1.

2908.1 Verification of Identity (06/22/2024, 23-18)

a. The Department must verify the identity of the head of household in accordance with this rule and rule 2908.

b. If the head of household has an authorized representative, the Department must verify the identity of the authorized representative and the head of household.

c. The Department must verify the identity of the head of household and authorized representative using readily available documentary evidence, including any of the following:

1. Employment photo ID;

2. State-issued ID, such as a driver’s license;

3. Pay stub;

4. Birth certificate;

5. Voter registration card;

6. Library card;

7. U.S. passport;

8. IEVS match;

9. Numerical identification (Numident) match with the Social Security Administration;

10. Baptismal certificate;

11. Military ID or service papers;