CDSS has realized that the time needed to complete provider enrollment appeals is taking longer than originally anticipated. As a result, CDSS has extended the timeframe for issuing provider enrollment appeal decisions to 180 days. Counties are instructed to advise prospective and current providers who file an appeal of the longer time period.[Download]
Summaries of select CalWORKs, CalFresh, Health and Housing Regulations
ACL 10-41: Joint Responsibilities Of Counties And Tribal TANF Programs Regarding Confidential Information, Duplicate Aid And Time On Aid Data (9/15/10)
Tips on how counties and tribal TANF folks can share confidential information, prevent duplicate aid, and facilitate acquiring time on aid data. [Download]
ACIN I-70-10: Family Engagement As A Permanency Strategy (9/7/10)
In response to a 2008 Federal Child and Family Services Review in which reviewers raised concerns regarding inconsistent practices in concurrent planning and reunification efforts, the ACIN suggests two strategies to improve matters. Includes a discussion of the use of Cultural Brokers and Parent Partners. [Download]
ACL 10-40: CalWORKs): Changes To The SAWS 2A QR – Rights And Responsibilities Forms (8/31/10)
Issuing the new Rights and Responsibilities, as part of the Governor’s order to not use the EBT at casino/adult entertainment facilities. Informs folks that “one of the many intended purposes of their cash aid is to help meet their family’s basic needs, including shelter, food, and clothing” and that they have the right to get help finding access points. [Download]
ACIN I-69-10: Temporary Energy Assistance For Families Program (8/31/10)
Announcing the new (and very quick deadline) energy assistance program for families (200% poverty) facing utility shut-offs. Applications through The Salvation Army; need a minor child in the household. [Download]
ACIN I-68-10: Elimination Of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Cash Access At Certain ATMs (8/26/10)
Information about the response to the Executive Order issued by the Governor, to eliminate access to EBT at casinos and certain other places. CDSS also states it will review access plans to ensure that the loss of the ATM access doesn’t impact cash availability to recipients. [Download]