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STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA FFY 2024 STATE PLAN FOR TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES

activities that do not count toward the federal participation rates but lead to self-sufficiency. Allowable activities include all of the following, but may include other documented PRC or SSP activities, agreed upon by the Customer and the Case Manager:

● Appointments with local resources that may be assisting with barrier removal activities;

● Arranging for child care;

● Arranging for housing;

● Arranging for transportation or working with donated vehicles program;

● Child Support meetings or hearings;

● Development of the Personal Responsibility Contract;

● Assessments required by DFS;

● Legal Aid appointments;

● Orientation;

● Self-Sufficiency Evaluations with Case Manager;

● Time spent with Case Manager during a home visit;

● Working with Child Protective Services (MDT meetings); and

● Working with Local Agencies.

All activities must be reviewed monthly. The Case Manager must update the case comments with the information on the status of the participant. Hours of participation may be documented using a Participation Time Sheet, DFA-TS-12, or from the Worker’s notes. The maximum amount of time a participant may be placed in the Other Work Activities component is 60 days. Placement beyond the 60-day time limit will require DFA approval. Transportation, vehicle repair, and vehicle insurance will be the only allowable support payments associated with this component.

SUPPORT SERVICES AND ACHIEVEMENT BONUSES

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