What form is used for an AREP?

The client can identify an AREP on the application, eligibility review form, or DSHS 14-532 authorized representative form. The DSHS 14-532 authorized representative form shall be used when a client is authorizing an AREP at a time other than at application or eligibility review. The AREP information shall be reviewed at recertification. See WORKER RESPONSIBILITIES.

AREPs are not automatically eligible to be an EBT Alternate Card Holder for Basic Food or cash benefits. Both the client and Alternate Card Holder must complete and sign the DSHS 27-130 form. Please refer to the EBT Manual for more information.

Please refer to the Payees on Benefit Issuances - Authorized Representatives chapter, WAC 388-460-0005 through 460-0015 for AREP rules specific to the Basic Food (SNAP) program.

Legal Guardianship is designated by coding the AREP screen Rep Type field in ACES with the following:

Cash and Medical : CG or GN

Basic Food: AD or NA

Power of Attorney for cash, medical, and basic food is designated by coding the AREP screen Rep Type field in ACES with AD or NA.