RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Please read each bullet and sign at the bottom of this page.

  • I declare under the penalties of perjury that this application is true and correct.
  • I understand that it is my responsibility to provide requested information needed to determine eligibility for this program and that failure to do so can result in my application being denied.
  • I understand that if determined eligible, it is my responsibility to notify Child Care Services in writing within ten (10) days whenever I have a permanent change in employment or school status, a change in child care providers or child care arrangements, or an address change.
  • I understand that I am responsible for payment of any child care expenses not covered by the Division of Child Care Services.
  • I understand that if I receive assistance to which I am not entitled as a result of providing false information, I must repay the cost of that assistance.
  • I understand that I have the right to appeal any decision made by Child Care Services and that the request must be made within 30 days of my denial or benefit notice.

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

  • I hereby authorize any person, agency, or institution to supply information concerning myself or my family as requested by the Department of Social Services and to allow inspection and reproduction of records in their possession by any duly authorized representative of the Department of Social Services.
  • I further authorize the Department of Social Services to release such information to cooperating State or Federal agencies.
  • I herewith release any person, agency or institution from any and all liability to myself or my family for supplying such information.
  • This authorization is given only in connection with its use by the Department of Social Services in its administration of the Child Care Services program and for no other purpose.
Signature of Foster Parent Date
Printed Signature
Signature of Spouse Date

Make sure you provide the following verifications, if applicable to you:

  • If you are in school: copies of your official school or training schedule.

Discrimination Prohibited: State and federal laws prohibit discrimination in all Department of Social Services' programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and martial or family status. To file a complaint of discrimination write: DSS Division of Legal Services, 700 Governors Drive, Pierre, SD 57501-2291 or call: (605) 773-3305 .