NAP- Neighborhood Alliance of Pawtucket

Poverty Institute

Info on new welfare reforms for RI on website for kids/parents

Information available includes:


Powerpoint presentation explaining the new time limits for kids which will cause 4,000 children to lose benefits beginning in September 2008
A flyer for parents regarding the new time limit for kids
Tips for parents who will lose FIP cash benefits
Tips for providers working with timed off parents
A breakdown of families- by city and subsidized housing status-who will lose benefits in September
A copy of DHS's C-1b form which is required to establish a disability exemption to the time limits
A summary of the new "Rhode Island Works" Program that will replace The Family Independence Program and includes shorter time limits for families, stricter sanctions and new work requirements
Information on eligibility requirements for other public benefits available to low-income Rhode Islanders

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