Obsolete per IM-126 September 15, 2022
IM-75 May 5, 2019, IM-134 November 13, 2017, IM-10 February 13, 2009
This section applies only to Adult Cash and MO HealthNet programs.
The following are links to manual sections for the stated Income Maintenance programs:
Food Stamps –000.00 APPLICATION PROCESSFamily MO HealthNet (MAGI) – 1802.000.00 Applications.Temporary Assistance- 203.000.00 Application ProcessingChildcare – 000.00 Processing Requests for Services
It is the right of any individual to apply for assistance, including individuals who are clearly ineligible. Each applicant must complete a written application to apply. Applicants have the right to appeal any decision made regarding their application.
IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE THESE RIGHTS TO ALL APPLICANTS, EACH PERSON REQUESTING ASSISTANCE IN A FAMILY SUPPORT DIVISION (FSD) OFFICE WILL BE ASKED TO SIGN AN APPLICATION.
Ensure the individual understands that a completed application is required:
at the time of initial application for Cash or MO HealthNet benefits.upon re-application.
NOTE: A signed application is not required to move from one MO HealthNet program to another MO HealthNet only program. However, a signed application is required to move from a MO HealthNet only program to a Cash assistance program, such as Blind Pension, Supplemental Aid to the Blind, or Supplemental Nursing Care.