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20 d) If critically necessary prescription drugs are requested, a drug list from the pharmacy is required. e) Due to its necessity in job search efforts, a payment for Internet access service is allowable under this provision, but cannot exceed $20.00 per month. f) Other expenses can be paid through this Special Provision, as referenced in section VI. A. 9. VII. Services to low income families (under 200% of poverty) Due to limited funding and numbers of families in need, Cabarrus County will operate a limited service program to low-income families who are not recipients of Work First and are not determined to be in an emergency situation and in need of Emergency Assistance. These services are designed to assist families with some basic needs to stabilize their situation, and likely prevent an application for public assistance. The following guidelines will govern families accessing this assistance: 1. The family must include a minor child in the home, and age limits must meet Work First guidelines. 2. Family members are to give their statement as to citizenship and identity 3. Any medical care paid for must be Maintenance of Effort funds. TANF funds cannot be used to provide medical care. 4. Any assistance provided must be short-term, non-recurring, and designed to deal with a specific episode of need, and not extending beyond four (4) months. 5. Income to determine eligibility is computed using Work First guidelines. 6. Total gross family income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. 7. The total benefit limit is $300.00 per year. 8. Service that can be provided under this program: • Budgetary Counseling by a social worker or counselor • One time work-related expenses • Limited transportation of 30 calendar days (beginning with date of application) • A thorough assessment by a social worker for any additional services needed and available. VIII. Services to Non-Custodial Parents Cabarrus County will provide social work services and financial benefits to certain income eligible non-custodial parents of children in Work First eligible families as funding and workloads permit. A. Social work services will include counseling, encouragement, and a source of accountability for the non-custodial parent to provide for their children. Non- custodial parents will be assessed, and the Employment Unit will serve those who demonstrate a serious desire to cooperate and provide for their children. Those not following through with the Service Plan will be referred back to the Child Support Enforcement Agent for possible court action. B. Limits for non-custodial parents to receive financial assistance are as follows: ''