Provides limited assistance in crisis situations related to medication, lack of food, transportation, shelter, etc. Referrals to other agencies and programs provided to support crisis alleviation plan. This service is also provided to assess the appropriateness of relatives for placement of children in the agency's custody. All children in foster care 16 years of age and older must be provided services to prepare them for independent living. Provide assistance with basic home management tasks by contract.
Eligibility is based on citizenship status, income, resources and age.
Medicaid for the aged, blind and disabled provides for payment of medical expenses for eligible low-income people. This program also assists with the cost of care in a nursing facility. Preparation and delivery of nutritious meals to client's own home to prevent institutionalization or malnutrition. When appointed as representative payee, department manages income to meet client's needs when client has been determined as unable to manage financial matters. This service is available to children in placement when family reunification is the plan being developed or implemented.