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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·

voice | Local JFS Office

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 Verified

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

Data provided by

Lifeline Lake County 211