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Relative caregivers can now apply for a caregiver subsidy! The 6-month waiting period has been eliminated! Begin your application here.
Parents can share physical and legal custody of a child with a trusted friend or relative by using this form. No court involvement necessary and it can be revoked at any time.
Parents can designate a trusted friend or relative to care for their child if they are unable to do so due to death or incapacity from a chronic illness or COVID-19, or adverse immigration action (e.g., deportation). No court involvement necessary until after the parent can no longer care for the child.
Caregivers can apply for TANF, SNAP and/or Medicaid using this form. You can also apply online at https://dcbenefits.dhs.dc.gov/ or download the DC Access Mobile App on your phone from the Google Play or Apple app store.
DC KinCare Alliance works to support relative caregivers who raise DC’s most vulnerable and at-risk children whose parents are not able to care for them for reasons including: incarceration, homelessness, substance use or mental health problem, abuse or neglect, detainment or deportation. We empower relatives to care for these children by providing legal representation, education, and advocacy for the whole family.