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1-13 Section 7. Program Responsibilities. (a) Client responsibilities: (i) Complete an application in the manner and form prescribed by DFS. The application shall: (A) Be dated. (B) Provide an answer to the questions asked on the application and provide verification to support the answers. (C) Be signed in ink, under penalty of perjury, by the applicant or the applicant’s representative. (ii) Cooperate with the process of determining initial and ongoing eligibility by providing: (A) Information essential to reach a decision on eligibility. (B) Documents for required verification including estimated hours of child care need and the reason for the need. (C) A written statement authorizing a person to represent the applicant or other assistance unit adults if desired. (D) Verification of any changes within ten (10) days of the change which may affect eligibility or benefit amount. If the change is not reported within the ten (10) day reporting period, any increase in child care benefits resulting from the change shall be effective the date the change was reported. (E) Verification as specified by DFS to establish the child care provider’s eligibility for payment. (F) Verification of compliance with other DFS Assistance Programs and Medicaid. (b) DFS responsibilities: (i) Assure child care requirements have been met and established procedures have been followed. (ii) Inform the clients concerning their rights and responsibilities as outlined in Sections 6 and 7(a).