2-004.01 Application for an SSN
If the client has not applied within 30 days of the date s/he is given the Referral for Social Security Application, the worker must not include the client in determining the size of the assistance unit. Before taking adverse action, the worker must take into consideration the client's ability to follow through on the referral (such as lack of transportation, no visit by SSA to the contact station, lack of required verification documents, etc.) and use prudent person principle.
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