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A. Division of Social Services Outreach Efforts
The following are some of the activities planned by the Division of Social Services to supplement county outreach efforts.
1. Work with other state agencies and advocacy groups to assist in coordination of outreach at the local level. Each agency will work with his local counterpart to ensure coordination.
2. DHHS Public Affairs Office will provide press releases to agency media contacts throughout the State. The county director is informed prior to such releases.
3. Provide a pamphlet (DSS-8117) to be available on the State DSS Website for county departments and other agencies regarding basic eligibility requirements and method of application.
B. County Department of Social Services Outreach Efforts
The following are some of the outreach efforts the county director or his designee may conduct.
1. Ensure that all Department of Social Services' employees are aware of the energy programs offered, basic eligibility requirements, and the county's referral process.
Suggested methods of notification are:
a. A memorandum from the director or his designee to each employee outlining the energy and CIP program.
b. Having a member of the energy staff attend unit or section meetings to discuss the energy and CIP program.
2. Publicize the energy programs whenever possible.
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For questions or clarification on any of the policy contained in these manuals, please contact your local county office. |
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