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Lake County Job And Family Services: Kinship Permanency Incentive | Lake County Job And Family Services Department

177 Main Street, Painesville, OH 44077

Eligibility
Kinship caregiver must have legal custody or guardianship of the child. Must be willing to submit to a background check and comply with a home visit. Income requirement at 250% of FPG.
Required documents
Will be requested as needed.
Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
(866) 244-0071
Voice·

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Languages
International Service Center acts as a clearinghouse for interpreters; two Spanish speaking individuals on staff in office.
Application process
Call the office or apply in person.
Fees
None.
Service area
United States
Provides time-limited incentive payments to families caring for their kin. Participation in this program does not preclude these families from receiving TANF (Ohio Works First) benefits; time-limited incentive payments are in addition to TANF benefits.
Last assured
12/03/2025
Providing organization
Lake County Job And Family Services Department
Improves the well-being of Ohio's workforce and families by promoting economic self-sufficiency and ensuring the safety of Ohio's most vulnerable citizens