315.01 Requirements for Developing Potential Sources of Income SR 98-22, 06/98 (AAM-A)

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Require individuals who are potentially eligible to receive a benefit to:

• apply for the benefit;

• cooperate in applying for the benefit; and

• accept the benefit if eligible.

Refer individuals to the appropriate agency to apply for benefits. Individuals must file an application for benefits, and verify that they have applied. Application must be made no later than 3 months after the month the referral was made.

 Exception: Applicants for OAA, APTD, and ANB financial assistance must apply for SSI benefits and verify that application has been made before the financial assistance application can be processed.

Deny or terminate assistance for the entire assistance group if any individual in the group refuses or fails to apply for or accept benefits for which they may be eligible.