Author: Jodie Berger

ACIN I-23-12: Application Processing Timeliness Corrective Action Plan (CAP) (5/7/12)

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Friendly reminder from the state of the importance of meeting the timely processing requirements for CalFresh applications.  And that the failure to do so (at least 90% within timeframes) in two consecutive quarters, for either Expedited Service or 30-day normal application processing, will require a corrective action plan.  The FNS requires the state rate to be 90%, or else the state must meet a 100% timely rate!  We are at 81.8% right now.  [Download]

ACIN I-22-12: CalFresh For Foster Youth (5/1/12)

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A reminder of the importance of connecting youth leaving foster care with CalFresh benefits. Although ACL 09-25 got the uptake rate from less than 5% to 22%, there is obviously room for improvement.  Despite legal obligations to maximize aid, the letter suggests the “development of a collaborative process involving both CalFresh and Child Welfare Services staff.” [Download]

ACIN I-16-12: California’s Child And Family Services Review Five-Year Schedule (5/3/12)

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The review process started in 2004, to strengthen the accountability system used to monitor and assess the quality of services provided on behalf of maltreated children.  The 5 year cycle replaces the prior triennial review. This shift was seen as more conforming with the federal review changes that are in the works, and to use the peer review activity as part of the county’s assessment process (and eliminate a standalone report).  The ACIN discusses various other components and changes in these processes.  [Download]