KinGap. KinGAP Relative Notification Letter

Form KinGAP Relative Notification Letter is a document used by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). It is used to notify relatives of a child in foster care that they may be eligible for financial assistance through the KinGAP program.

The KinGAP Relative Notification Letter includes sections for the name of the relative, the child's name, the relationship to the child, the name of the placing agency, and the name of the social worker assigned to the case. It also includes a section for the relative to indicate whether or not they wish to participate in the KinGAP program, as well as a signature section for the relative to sign and date the form. Additionally, the KinGAP Relative Notification Letter contains a section for the placing agency to sign and date the form, indicating their approval of the relative's participation in the KinGAP program.

An example of when the KinGAP Relative Notification Letter would be used is when a child in foster care has a relative who wishes to participate in the KinGAP program and provide financial assistance for the child. The relative would fill out the KinGAP Relative Notification Letter, indicating their desire to participate in the KinGAP program, and sign and date the form. The placing agency would then review the form and sign and date the form, indicating their approval.

It is important that the relative accurately complete the KinGAP Relative Notification Letter, as any inaccuracies could lead to a delay in the approval process. Additionally, it is important that the placing agency review the form and sign and date the form, as this is required for the relative to be approved for financial assistance through the KinGAP program.

Other related forms that may be used in similar transactions or purposes include the KinGAP Financial Assistance Request Form, the KinGAP Authorization to Release Information Form, and the KinGAP Financial Assistance Waiver Request Form. Additional documents that may be required for filling out and completing the KinGAP Relative Notification Letter include proof of relationship (birth certificates, marriage certificates, etc.) and proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, etc.).