712-2          LIVING WITH A CARETAKER RELATIVE

In most instances, the requirement of "living with" a caretaker relative is simply a matter of demonstrating that the child(ren) listed on the ATAPAlaska Temporary Assistance Program application genuinely live in the same residence as the caretaker relative.

Determining if an applicant and child(ren) meet the requirement of living in the home of a caretaker relative involves answering the following questions:

1. Does the adult applicant meet the criteria of a caretaker relative?
2. Are there sufficient documents or collateral contacts verifying that the child(ren) live with the caretaker relative?

712-2 A.      CARETAKER RELATIVE VERIFICATION

1. Verification of Relationship

An official birth certificate is the best document for verifying relationship but not the only document. The caseworker should be sure an official birth certificate is unavailable before using other documents to verify relationship.

• Adoption papers;
• Baptismal certificate, confirmation papers or other church records;
• Court support order;
• Hospital records; or
• Marriage certificate.

2. Verification of "Living With"

Acceptable verification includes but is not limited to:

• Community organizations;
• Day care center records;
• Contact with public housing authority;
• Fee agent's personal knowledge;
• Head Start records;
• Home visit;
• Hospital or clinic records;
• Juvenile court records; or
• Landlord statement.