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West Virginia Income Maintenance Manual Chapter 2

West Virginia Income Maintenance Manual Page 22 Chapter 2 Common Eligibility Requirements

2.7.4.A.2 Client Does Not Have SSN ➢ Application for SSN Was Not Made If an individual who is to be included in the AG does not have an SSN, application for one must be made before eligibility is established. If the client can show good cause for not applying for an SSN in a timely manner, that client must be allowed to participate for one month, in addition to the month of application. If the client is unable to obtain documents required by the SSA, the Worker must assist him in obtaining such documents. The client must show good cause monthly for failure to apply for an SSN to continue to participate. ➢ Individual Applied for SSN, but Has Not Yet Received Number When the individual has applied for but not yet received the SSN, he may receive benefits. 2.7.4.A.3 Good Cause The Worker determines monthly if the individual has good cause for not providing the SSN. If good cause exists, the individual remains eligible. Generally, the individual has good cause if, due to his religious beliefs or circumstances beyond his control, he is unable to comply with the requirement. Good cause includes, but is not limited to: • Lack of documentary or collateral evidence needed by SSA, as long as the client has made every effort to provide the information; or • Delay in receipt of an SSN. Because SSA has provisions for mail-in applications, good cause does not include delays due to: • Illness • Lack of transportation or temporary absences