Welfare+in+Michigan

Michigan Welfare Requirements -Proof of Identity -Proof of Income -Assets -Time Limits and Work Requirements

To be approved for benefits, applicants are required to provide proof of identity for all members of the household. Approved documents include photo identification, such as a state-issued driver's license, Social Security card or birth certificate.
 * With the economic situation in Michigan, there has been a surge of applicants seeking welfare assistance, according to the Michigan Department of Human Services. To be approved for benefits, applicants must submit a formal application and provide documentation to verify that they meet qualifying criteria.
 * Proof of identification is required when applying for benefits.

All applicants must show proof of income.

 * If the applicant is employed he will need to show proof of income such as pay stubs or receipts from direct deposit. This is also necessary for other employed [|family] members who will be receiving benefits. Other forms of income that require documentation are Social Security Income payments or receipt of unemployment benefits.
 * Assets such as stocks and bonds must be disclosed.
 * Bank accounts, stocks or 401k holdings need to be documented to ensure that the value of the assets does not exceed the limits set by the department of human services. As of 2010, asset limits are capped at $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for [|families]. Assets such as the applicant's primary home and [|vehicle] are excluded
 * Applicants are limited to 48 months of benefits.
 * Under Michigan law, welfare recipients are limited to a maximum lifetime benefit of 48 months. During this time, recipients are also required to work unless they are excused by a caseworker for extenuating circumstances.
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 * HELP THAT IS GIVEN
 * Food assistance Program (FAP)
 * helps low income families buy nutritious food.
 * Restrictions: no alcohol, tobacco, or pet food.
 * **Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) **
 * ** **Supplemental Security Income (SSI) ** **
 *  Families with minor children and pregnant women are eligible for temporary assistance, money they receive can only be used to cover living **expenses** -utilities, clothing, and rent--job training programs.
 * **Food Stamps **
 * **HELP **
 * **SHORT-TERM **
 * **Helps people until they get a job **
 * **LONG-TERM **
 * **helps people support their families **