For many individuals and families, navigating the complexities of receiving aid can be challenging, particularly when facing the potential end of benefits. The 24 Ex form, a critical document within the Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) program, serves as a lifeline for those seeking to extend their benefits beyond the standard 24-month period. This form is not just a procedural step; it represents hope and a pathway for continued support. Applicants are required to provide detailed information, including their reasons for requesting an extension, their efforts to find employment, and whether certain conditions such as child care, child support, transportation, and employment opportunities influence their need for further assistance. A notable aspect of the process is the timing of extension requests, which can be made after 22 months of receiving time-limited benefits, or anytime thereafter, but with a determination made only as the initial 24 months conclude. The 24 Ex form underscores the program's intent to foster self-sufficiency while acknowledging the barriers that many face in achieving financial independence. It demands honesty and thoroughness from applicants, reflecting an understanding that circumstances vary widely and that some may need additional time to overcome the challenges that prevent them from leaving the TAFDC program.
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| Form Name | Form 24 Ex |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | participating, Attachment, Transitional, tafdc extension approval |
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Attachment A |
Extension Request |
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Client Name |
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Other Parent Name |
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If you wish to request an extension of your Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) benefits, you must complete this form and give your case manager any requested verifications. If you do not complete this form, you will not be considered for an extension and your TAFDC benefits will end.
You should read the TAFDC Extensions Beyond the
You may request an extension after you have used 22 months of
Your extension request will be approved or denied only when your 24 months of time- limited benefits end. You will receive a written notice telling you whether your request has been approved or denied. If your request is denied, you may ask again for an extension any time during the period you are ineligible for TAFDC after having received 24 months of
Part I
(A)I request an extension of my
(B)I did the following to cooperate with the Department in
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(A) Do you have child care? |
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(B) Is the noncustodial (absent) parent paying child support? |
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(C) Do you have transportation? |
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If no, explain. |
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(D) Have you refused or rejected job offers? |
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If yes, explain. |
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Have you quit a job or reduced your work hours? |
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If yes, explain. |
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If working |
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(E)Are you now participating in Employment Ready or other program(s) to get a job?
yes no If no, explain.
Client Signature |
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Case Manager Signature |
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