The local department shall verify the following factors of eligibility: Countable income; Countable assets, except for the Temporary Cash Assistance Program, which does not consider assets and resources as part of the eligibility determination; Social Security number for each applicant or proof of application for a new number; and The immigration status of any noncitizen. The local department may require verification of any questionable information provided by the individual. The applicant shall obtain the information and verification that the local department requires to make a decision as to eligibility for payment. If the individual is physically or mentally incapable of taking the needed action, or lacks resources to meet these requirements, the local department shall: Assist the individual or the representative in obtaining necessary verifications; Pay any costs incurred from administrative funds; and Obtain the individual's written consent before initiating action to obtain verification on the individual's behalf.