Get Instructions For Form Acf-4125 - Administration For Children And ... - Acf Hhs

Filling out the Instructions for Form ACF-4125 is an essential step to provide accurate data regarding children in foster homes and families receiving assistance. This guide will walk you through each step of the form to ensure you can complete it with confidence.

Follow the steps to complete the form accurately.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it for editing.
2. Begin with Part I of the form. Report the number of children aged 5-17 living in foster homes supported by public funds for the month of October. Ensure that you are using the appropriate local education agency (LEA) data. If LEA data is not available, report by county.
3. Include all types of foster homes in your count, such as public agency foster homes, group homes, and any foster homes supported through public funding. Exclude institutionalized children who are neglected or delinquent from this report.
4. If a child reaches the age of five during October, include them in your count. Conversely, do not include any child who turns 18 during this month.
5. Verify that the total data you report on attached pages matches the State total listed on the form to ensure accuracy.
6. Proceed to Part II of the form, where you will report the number of children aged 5-17 in families receiving cash assistance exceeding the specified poverty income level during October.
7. As in Part I, if the data is unavailable by LEA, report by county. If no families received assistance payments above the specified amount, enter zero.
8. Make sure to exclude children in foster care or institutions for neglected or delinquent children in this part. Only cash assistance counts, and exclude any non-monetary assistance.
9. Again, confirm that the summarized data reported equals the State total shown on the form.
10. After filling out both parts, save your changes. You may also choose to download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

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