Acceptable Verification
You will need to show proofs for us to decide if you are eligible. Proofs may be different if you want more than one kind of assistance.
Ways you can show proof are listed. Please send copies. Original documents will not be returned.
Identity
- Driver's license
- State, welfare or tribal ID
- Passport
Age
- Birth or baptismal certificate
- Medical records
Citizenship
- Birth or baptismal certificate
- Passport
- Citizenship papers
Alien status
- Immigration card or papers
Social Security Number
- Social Security card or number
Residence
- Shelter statement
- Property tax statement
- Lease agreement
Utility expenses
- Utility bill or receipts
Shelter costs
- Rent or house payment receipt
- Utility bill or receipt
- Lease agreement
Checking/savings
- Bank statements
- Letter from bank
- Bank passbook
Savings certificates
- Bank statements
- Letter
- Certificate
IRAs/credit union accounts
- Bank statements
- Letter
- Certificate
Real property
- Title
- Registration
- Purchase agreement
Life insurance
- Tax notice
- Payment book
- Deed or contract
- Purchase agreement
- Finance company statement
Educational funds
- Award letter or statement from school
- Loan agreement
Educational expenses
- Receipts
- Statement from school
Earned income
- Check stubs
- Employer's statement
- Self-employment records
Unearned income
- Unemployment compensation
- Social Security
- Veterans benefits
- Pensions
- Rental income
- Check stubs
- Benefit statement or check
- Court order
- Rental receipts
Illness, incapacity and pregnancy disability
- Medical statement
Work history
- Check stubs
- Employer's statement
- W-2 forms
Dependent care
- Statement from person giving care
Student status
- Statement from school
Medical expenses
- Itemized medical bills
- Health insurance
- Medicare payments
Medical insurance
- Policy or policy number with information
- Card
You may be asked to show more proof at the time of your interview, when you case is reviewed or when there is new information.
For more information, contact: