In coordination with the local Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Development, the local DFC office meets with 32 public and private organizations monthly to identify and discuss the economic needs of the Monroe County community. The program has resulted in savings to taxpayers and caseload reductions because of the collection of accurate and timely information from clients. Services offered will include employment services, health care, housing and budget counseling, addiction recovery, and financial assistance. It will also have many other services co-located. The Vanderburgh County Welfare to Work Committee and the County Commissioners have developed a plan that will use one-third of riverboat gambling revenues to support welfare to work initiatives.
Programs targeted include child care, transportation, and training.
The local DFC Director meets monthly with the Township Trustee to discuss community issues as well as welfare reform issues. A local sorority donates clothes for TANF recipients. The clothing is used for job interviews and is kept in the Workforce Development Office. A temporary employment agency is being utilized to place clients in jobs.