HS 11 18 15 MEETING

LENAWEE COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR’S OFFICE
301 N. Main Street ~ Adrian, MI 49221
www.lenawee.mi.us
Martin D. Marshall
County Administrator
Telephone: (517) 264-4508
Fax: (517) 264-4512
HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
Jim Driskill, Chair ~ Chris Wittenbach, Vice Chair ~ John Lapham
AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2015 - 10:00 A.M.
COMMITTEE ROOM
“To provide Lenawee County residents and tax-payers with a plan showing that county government is utilizing its
fiscal and physical resources in an efficient, effective, and transparent manner with each department being held
accountable to obtaining these objectives”
1)
Approve minutes of October 14, 2015 meeting
2)
United Way Campaign
• Copi Valdiviez
3)
Department of Health & Human Services
• Tim Kelly
4)
Department Updates
5)
Updates & Other Business
6)
Plan Objectives
• Develop wellness programs for County employees
7)
Adjourn
Goals of the Human Services Committee
~ Continuation of coordination of human services in the County to prevent duplication of services
~ Local Governments & Agencies collaboration – future
~ Promotion & development of County services - ongoing
LENAWEE UNITED WAY
ANNUAL REPORT
2014 - 2015
MEET ALICE
ASSET LIMITED, INCOME CONSTRAINED, EMPLOYED
WWW.LENAWEEUNITEDWAY.ORG
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RESULTS THAT MATTER
Because of your support, we are helping ALICE’s (Asset Limited, Income
Constrained, Employed) children enter kindergarten ready to learn, helping
ALICE families reach financial stability and make healthy choices.
Below are ways your donation helped re-write ALICE’s story!
834 students were served by United Way funded programs
focused on Education:
 90% of preschoolers tested showed increased
knowledge in social-emotional, physical, language,
cognitive, literacy and mathematic skills
 100% of students served have academic goals and 96%
will progress to the next grade level
 Of the 98 students charted for academics, 81%
improved
2,418 individuals were served by United Way funded
programs focused on Financial Stability:
 100% of the families who received a vehicle, have
remained employed
 86% of the families receiving childcare scholarships
are employed full-time
 69% of the households in housing crisis, who were
assisted, moved to safe, stable housing
11,281 individuals were served by United Way funded
programs focused on Health:
 86% of clients served reduced their mental health and
substance abuse symptoms
 92% of patients served set self-management goals to
manage their diabetes
 87% of individuals with disabilities made healthier food
choices
Lenawee United Way provides FamilyWize, 2-1-1, and Basic Needs Grants:
 $21,000 in Basic Needs grants provided 477 individuals with fresh food from
the Veggie Mobile, 6,150 meals through food pantries, and 33 families were kept
warm for the winter
 Over the past nine years, $604,000 has been saved on medication costs by
using FamilyWize, a prescription discount card program
 The highest need in Lenawee, according to 2-1-1, is utility assistance. In February
2014, Lenawee United Way assisted in raising $30,000+ for utility assistance
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LENAWEE UNITED WAY
FINANCIALS & INVESTMENT IN THE COMMUNITY
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2013/2014 Audited Financial Statements
Public Support & Revenue:
Net Campaign
Other Public Support
Other Revenue
Total Public Support & Revenue
$683,146
40,364
18,929
$742,439
Expenses:
Program Services*
Management & General**
Fundraising**
Total Expenses
$603,279
55,879
95,166
$754,324
*Program Services includes program grants,
community grants, 2-1-1, and Emerging Leaders.
**Management & General and Fundraising
include personnel along with standard overhead
of business operations.
13%
7%
80%
Program Services
Management & General
Fundraising
2013/2014 Investment in the Community
Community Impact Grants
Community Fund Distribution
Designations to Education,
Income & Health
Basic Needs Grants
Emergency Food & Shelter
Program (FEMA Funds)
Donor Designation
2-1-1 Service
$345,960
$ 38,342
$ 13,184
$ 21,000
$ 16,427
$ 77,964
$ 21,769
$534,646
2014/2015 ANNUAL REPORT
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EMERGING LEADERS
Launched by Lenawee United Way in 2008, the mission of Emerging
Leaders is to develop leadership skills in young professionals that
can be employed in the workplace as well as in the community.
Participants learn from community leaders and local experts who
provide opportunities for networking and cultivating leadership.
CLASS OF 2014/2015
Andrea Bailey
Jenna Borck
Juana Chavez-Torres
Amanda Davis
Julia DeJonghe
Alycia Demey
Kimberly Morin
Nikki Nyack
Megan Porter
Angie Raymond
Tino Rebottaro
Melissa Sheldon
Laura Soto
Danielle Stepp
Josh Van Camp
Lisa Williams
Kemner-Iott Agency
Masco Cabinetry
Brazeway, Inc.
Catholic Charities of Jackson, Lenawee & Hillsdale
Gurdjian Insurance Group
TLC Community Credit Union
TLC Community Credit Union
First Federal Bank
Cambrian Assisted Living
Siena Heights University
TLC Community Credit Union
South Central Michigan Works
TLC Community Credit Union
XSell Realty
Gleaner Life Insurance Society
TLC Community Credit Union
Facilitators:
Jason Borck
Ashley LaVigne
ADM Crop Risk Services
Lenawee United Way
WWW.LENAWEEUNITEDWAY.ORG
LENAWEE UNITED WAY
DAY OF ACTION 2014
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DAY OF ACTION
SEPTEMBER 19, 2014
53 PROJECTS!
600+ VOLUNTEERS!
2014/2015 ANNUAL REPORT
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THE 2014/2015 CAMPAIGN
Over 2,200 individuals in Lenawee County
this year. These businesses and their
improve the lives of others in Lenawee
2014/2015 Campaign Chairs:
Roger & Beth Ferguson,
Shannon Elliott, Jonathan Tobar
2014/2015 TOP 10 ACCOUNTS
Brazeway Incorporated
Gleaner Life Insurance Society
ProMedica North Region
Kapnick Insurance Group
Old National Bank
Lenawee Intermediate School District
Wacker Chemical Corporation
Citizens Gas Fuel Company
Consumers Energy
Adrian Dominican Sisters
$50,000 +
Brazeway Incorporated
Gleaner Life Insurance Society
$49,999 - $25,000
Kapnick Insurance Group
Lenawee Intermediate School District
Old National Bank
ProMedica North Region
Wacker Chemical Corporation
$24,999- $10,000
Adrian Dominican Sisters
Citizens Gas Fuel Company
Consumers Energy
First Federal Bank
Meijer
Siena Heights University
$9,999 - $5,000
Adrian City
Avery Oil & Propane
Clift Buick GMC
Clinton Community Schools
Gray Institute
Gurdjian Insurance Group
Kemner-Iott Agency
WWW.LENAWEEUNITEDWAY.ORG
Lenawee Community Mental Health
Madison School District
Onsted Community Schools
State of Michigan
Tecumseh City
The Andersons
TLC Community Credit Union
United Parcel Service
$4,999 - $2,000
Adrian College
Adrian Rotary Club
Anderson Development Company
BP Products North America
Catholic Charities
Comcast
Elder-Beerman
Goodwill Industries of Southeastern MI
Kiwanis Club of Adrian
Knapp Automotive Group
Krieghoff-Lenawee
Lenawee County
Lenawee United Way
Morenci Area Schools
PPG Industries
Sand Creek Schools
Tecumseh Public Schools
The Image Center
$1,999 - $1,000
Addison Public Schools
Adrian Animal Clinic
Adrian Schools
Adrian Steel
Associated Charities
Bank of America
Britton-Deerfield Schools
Comerica
Daily Telegram
Foundation Realty
General Broach
Goedert Real Estate
Hospice of Lenawee
Hudson Pharmacy
Iott Insurance
Lenawee Christian Ministries
Lenawee Now
LENAWEE UNITED WAY
THE 2014/2015 CAMPAIGN
generously supported Lenawee United Way
employees made a sincere commitment to
by pledging to the 2014/2015 campaign.
Living in Lenawee Realty
M.B. Electric
Marvin Farms
Monroe Bank & Trust
Rima Manufacturing Company
Sedco/Primore
Tecumseh Big Boy
TLC Eyecare & Laser Centers
Venchurs
Wagley Funeral Home
$999 - $500
AT&T
Blissfield Community Schools
Community Action Agency
Ervin Amasteel
Family Counseling & Children’s Services
Habitat for Humanity
HOPE Community Center
JC Penney
Onsted Kiwanis Club
Pest Patrol
Sand Creek Telephone Company
Spectrum Printers
Wal-Mart
YMCA of Lenawee County
$499 - $250
Adrian Community Preschool
Barrett’s Garden Center
Blissfield State Bank
Boys & Girls Club of Lenawee
Companion Animal Clinic
D & P Communications
Donna Baker & Associates
Engler, Garrow & Roth
Gross, Puckey, Gruel & Roof
Housing Help of Lenawee
Hudson Schools
John Lark, DDS
Region II Area Agency on Aging
Silbond/Evonik Corporation
South Central Michigan WORKS!
Summit Financial Group
Taylor Agency
Tecumseh Kiwanis Club
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SMALL BUSINESS DAY
OCTOBER 9, 2014
Over $6,500 was raised thanks to the
generosity of 99 local small businesses.
Twenty-five volunteers proudly sported
their LIVE UNITED shirts and visited
businesses throughout the community.
Thank you to Morning Fresh Bakery for
their generous sponsorship!
2014/2015 SPONSORS
GENERAL
Blissfield Manufacturing
Citizens Gas Fuel Company
Gleaner Life Insurance Society
Gurdjian Insurance Group
Kemner-Iott Agency
Old National Bank
Roto Plastics
EVENTS
Country Market
First Federal Bank
Kapnick Insurance Group
Living in Lenawee Realty
Morning Fresh Bakery
Old National Bank
Tecumseh Big Boy
The Image Center/B-FIT 24/7
MARKETING
Iott Insurance
Lenco Credit Union
Midwest Energy Cooperative
TLC Community Credit Union
VIDEO
McDonald’s of Adrian & Hudson
YOUNG LEADERS SOCIETY
Knapp Automotive Group
IN-KIND SPONSORS
Flowers & Such
Gray Institute
Spectrum Printers
The Centre
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Thank you to the foundations who so
generously support our work:
DTE Foundation
Stephen L. Hickman Family Foundation
Orville D. & Ruth A. Merillat Foundation
2014/2015 ANNUAL REPORT
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LEADERSHIP GIVING - PILLARS CLUB
$10,000 & Above
Frank & Shirley Dick
$5,000 - $9,999
Stephanie Boyse
John & Janis Foss
Dan & Billie Hupp
James & Deborah Lawson
Barbara Tinsler
1 Anonymous
$2,500 - $4,999
Michael & Rita Adams
Dave & Jean Ann Berlin
James & Linda Feeney
Judith Francoeur
Gary & Cynthia Gray
Dan Iott
Doug & Mary Kapnick
Jim & Susie Kapnick
Mike Kapnick
Dave & Brenda Knapp
Michelle Malarney
Kevin & Korinne Marti
Neill McKinstray
Ruth Merillat
Mark & Mary Murray
Doug & Londa Pickles
Terence Sheehan
Wally & Deon Taylor
John & Jeanne Thurman
1 Anonymous
$2,000 - $2,499
Jeff & Jill Adams
Robert & Muriel Bell
Roger & Janet Cox
James & Carolyn Feldkamp
Douglass & Kathy Greenlee
Rick & Jan Gurdjian
Michael Irmen
Joe & Paula Williams
$1,500 - $1,999
Gary Bartholomew
Allan & Julie Brittain
Michael & Michele Buku
Stan & Karen Caine
Garry & Su Clift
Trevor & Keri Cook
Jeff & Delight Creech
Tom & Christine MacNaughton
Jeremy & Amy Palmer
Dick & Jan Parson
Jim & Amy Philp
William & Diane Rauser
Bill & Barbara Ross
Roger & Jaki Smith
Troy Snider
2 Anonymous
$1,000 - $1,499
Hank & Susan Adkins
Sr. Peg Albert, OP
Scott & Angie Atkin
Frank & Brenda Baker
Joseph & Patricia Baker
Mark Baker
Scott & Holleigh Baker
Scott Borst
John & Carol Boyce
Sheila Brown
Gerry & Pam Burg
Dan & Christine Buron
Robert & Lori Calkins
Hank Cetola & Kathie Duckworth
Bill & Renee Collins
Terrence & Carol Collins
Carlton Cook
Levi & Marybeth Cottington
Benjamin Creech
William Dahn
David & Marne Davies
Jeffrey & Elizabeth Docking
Arthur Doner Jr
Erin Dress
Shirley Ehnis
Sam & Kathy Engardio
Jed & Jenny Engle
Dan & Sharron Etter
Roger & Beth Ferguson
Chuck Force
Bert Fruchey
Daniel Garno
David Gasson
Krista Girrbach
Mark & Rebeca Goedert
Janet Goulart
Doug & Valerie Gray
Mark & Lisa Haag
Terrie Hall
James Hammond
Matt Hammond
Jim & Deanna Hartley
Mel & Kim Herbert
Michael & Nancy Herr
Steve & Sally Hickman
Scott & Cindy Hill
Ann Hinsdale Knisel
Kyle Hoffman
Rick & Paula Holtz
Shane & Michelle Horn
Tim Jakacki
Lee & Deb Johnson
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Sara Johnston
Tim & Annette Kelly
Keith & Laurie Kemner
Bill & Diane Kenyon
James Laarman
Chris & Ashley LaVigne
Lisa Leader
Aldolfo & Shelley Lim
Joseph & Jean Lucey
Michael & Judy McAran
Michael & Lois McAuliffe
Bill & Carol McNeil
Tom & Jeanette Meyer
Christopher & Joyce Miller
Tim & Julie Miller
Ed & Janis Montalvo
Robert & Nancy Mueller
Dane & Kristin Nelson
Joshua Nieto
Dragutin Peric
Christopher & Erin Phillips
Arlo & Jan Qualley
Frank & Jody Rhames
Bill & Deb Rhodaberger
Larry & Zelma Richardson
Timothy Robinson
Joel Rodriguez
Julie Ross
Beth Rush
Mike & JoAnn Sanborn
Kathleen Schanz, OP
George & Eleanor Schippers
Kenneth & Patience See
James & Sharron Sheridan
Bob & Paula Shirk
David & Patricia Skrzypchak
Nate & Kathy Smith
Cletus & Willie Smith
Greg & Joy Smith
Connie Stiriz
Tom & Sara Stoddard
Kathryn Szewczuk
Jonathan & Irena Tobar
Terese & Regis Tomko
Joe & Sherri Tuckey
Jay & Jana Van Buren
David & Barb Wagley
John & Sue Wanke
Anne Wheeler
David Wilhoit
Derek Wolfe
2 Anonymous
Membership reflects
confirmed Pillar &
YLS pledges as of
April 20, 2015
LENAWEE UNITED WAY
YOUNG LEADERS SOCIETY - LEADERSHIP GIVING
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Donors who identified themselves in the Young Leaders Society are recognized
for their generous contributions and for embracing the philosophy to
“Give, Advocate, and Volunteer” in Lenawee County.
Angie Atkin *
Mark Baker *
Jennifer Blaker
Jason Borck
Fallon Bull
Cary Carrico
Jacquelyn Cooper
Benjamin Creech *
Amanda Davis
Julia DeJonghe
Stephanie Dinius
Erin Dress *
Shannon Collins Elliott
Ashley Gonzalez
Jake Graf
Doug Gray *
Valerie Gray *
Matt Hammond *
David Herriman
Kyle Hoffman *
Jennifer Hunter
Dalila John
Sara Johnston *
Megan Karpinski
Jodi Kruse
Amanda Kuhn
Ashley LaVigne *
Dawn Meeker
Michael Mellstead
JoHannah Momenee
Joshua Nieto *
Allison Ott
Amy Palmer *
Christopher Phillips *
Erin Pifer
Russ Richards
Kellie Rutledge
Elly Sager
Melissa Sheldon
Sonja Sprague
Sara Stoddard *
Sarah Szul
Jonathan Tobar *
Irena Tobar *
Tina Trumbull
Nicole Underwood
Bradley Watson
* Indicates YLS Member
is also a Pillar
Knapp Automotive Group sponsored the Young Leaders Society activities including:
Young Leaders Society Kick Off, October 2014
Lunch & Learn, Health Panel, December 2014
Dueling Pianos Event, March 2015
Volunteer Project, Summer 2015
2014/2015 ANNUAL REPORT
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STUBNITZ AWARD
The Stubnitz Award is presented
annually by Lenawee United Way to a
person demonstrating exemplary
commitment to the mission of Lenawee
United Way and the cause for
volunteerism in the Lenawee
community.
The award is named for local
philanthropist and businessman,
Maurice Stubnitz.
Janelle Stewart
2015 Stubnitz Award Recipient
Janelle Stewart is the Youth Educator for Michigan State University Extension. She
has been a United Way board member since 2007, serving as Chair from 2012 to
2014. Janelle has provided leadership since 2007 for the United Way volunteers who
determine grant funding allocations, and has offered various training for funded and
non-funded community agencies. Janelle also serves as a dedicated hands-on
volunteer whenever needed, including covering the United Way Office during Day of
Action while United Way staff travel the community thanking the volunteers. Janelle’s
additional community activities beyond United Way are too numerous to mention!
Janelle truly exemplifies the LIVE UNITED philosophy, by thinking of “we” before “me”
and “reaching out a hand to one to influence the condition of all.”
Past Stubnitz recipients include:
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
Leroy Younglove
Grace Miley
Ken Gonser
Rev. Herbert Cottrell
Howard White
Dr. James Watson and
Joseph Wagley, Jr.
Madeline Hikes
Robert Parish
Shelley Hickman
Russell Roback
Frank Dick
David Maxwell
Cathleen Real
Mary Kilgore Vallad
Tom & Michalene Fenstemacher
Garry Clift
Bruce & Sue Goldsen
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1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Ceal Schwartz
Laura Schaedler
Gary Owen
Sam & Kathy Engardio
Joy Smith
John Robertstad
John Wanke
Gerry Burg
Mike Wade
Bill Kenyon
Art Weeber
Tom & Christine MacNaughton
Allan F. Brittain
Burt Fenby
Joe Williams
Mark & Mary Murray
Lad Strayer
LENAWEE UNITED WAY
YOUNG LEADER INCITO AWARD 11
The United Way Young Leader
Incito Award was established in 2011
to recognize a young
professional who has emerged as a
community leader and exemplifies the
mission of Lenawee United Way
through a demonstrated
commitment to volunteerism,
philanthropy, and leadership.
“Incito” is Latin for “inspire” and the
United Way Young Leader Incito
recipient inspires by example while
making our community a better place
to live and work.
Josh Nieto
2015 Young Leader Incito Award Recipient
Joshua Nieto is a Process Coordinator for ProMedica Health System. He also
serves as a Paramedic in several communities. Josh has been a United Way Young
Leader Society Member since 2010 and a Pillars Club Member since 2012. He
serves on the United Way Campaign Cabinet actively assisting the United Way staff
and volunteers with the Campaign. As such, Josh has served as the ‘point person’ for
the ProMedica United Way campaign, assisting staff as they walk through the maze of
online donation. Josh’s community involvement is a testament to his belief in the
LIVE UNITED philosophy. He has been a Day of Action volunteer since the inception
of the program and actively searches for ways he can be helpful both as a support
person and hands on volunteer.
Past Young Leader Incito recipients include:
2011 Julie Miller
2012 Doug Gray
2013 Angie Atkin
2014 Allison Ott
2014/2015 ANNUAL REPORT
2014/2015
LENAWEE UNITED WAY
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Officers
Joe Williams, President
Doug Gray, 1st Vice President
Carol Boyce, 2nd Vice President
Sara Stoddard, Treasurer
Janelle Stewart, Past President
Old National Bank
Gray Institute
Retired, ProMedica
Adrian Dominican Sisters
MSU Extension
Members
Trevor Cook
Shannon Elliott
Roger Ferguson
Jeanette Henagan
Paula Holtz
Dalila John
Adrienne Iddings
Tim Kelly
Kevin Marti
Janis Montalvo
Mary Murray
Christopher Phillips
Londa Pickles
Jonathan Tobar
Lenawee Christian Ministries
Lenawee County Circuit Court
Old National Bank
Department of Human Services
City of Tecumseh
Siena Heights University
Attorney
Department of Human Services
Gleaner Life Insurance Society
Living in Lenawee Realty
The Image Center
First Federal Bank
Gurdjian Insurance Group
Lenawee Intermediate School District
Lenawee United Way Staff:
Amy Palmer, Executive Director
Ashley LaVigne, Campaign & Volunteer Engagement Manager
Christine MacNaughton, Community Impact Manager
Kimberly Blaska, Executive Assistant/Finance Manager
Lenawee United Way
4224 W. Maumee Street
Adrian, Michigan 49221
517-263-4696
www.lenaweeunitedway.org
EXAMPLES:
Here are some examples of what your family
independence specialist may need to know
and some examples of what you may need to
provide when you ask for assistance:
Where you live and what housing costs you
have:
• Your last rent or mortgage payment receipt.
• Gas, electricity, water and other utility bills or
receipts.
• Tax receipts on your property.
Who you are and who is in your family:
• Driver’s and marriage license.
• Birth certificates and Social Security numbers
of family members.
• Alien registration cards.
Why you or your children are without support:
• Divorce or separation papers.
• Death certificates.
If there is a relative who is absent who should
be providing support:
• Tell us who and where the absent person is.
• Help us to get support from them if they are
responsible for you or your children’s care.
If you own any property:
• Copies of life and health insurance policies.
• Checking and/or savings account records.
• Title for any car you own.
• Title and value of any real estate you own.
How much money you get from working:
• Your paycheck stubs from recent paydays.
How much money you get from any other
place:
• Check or award letter from Social Security,
Veterans Administration or unemployment
benefits.
• Money you get from child support payments.
IMPORTANT!
The department can help you gather the required information if you have trouble getting
it. Please tell your specialist if you need help.
MISTAKES:
If you accidentally give us wrong information or
forget to provide important facts about your situation and then receive public money for which you
are not eligible, you may be required to pay back
all or part of that money.
If you discover that you made a mistake, contact
your specialist immediately and give the correct
information.
FRAUD:
If it is suspected that you deliberately gave
wrong information to the Department of Human
Services or received benefits that you know you
are not entitled to, you will be investigated. Based
on the investigation you may have to pay back
the benefits or be prosecuted, or both. Fraud is
a crime.
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This pamphlet is not a legal document. It is a general
description of programs, services, benefits and eligibility
requirements for getting help from the Department of
Human Services. For more details about the information
in this pamphlet, ask a family independence specialist.
You may also consult the DHS Net: www.michigan.gov/dhs
Copies Printed:
Cost:
Authority:
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DHS Director
Department of Human Services (DHS) will not discriminate against
any individual or group because of race, religion, age, national
origin, color, height, weight, marital status, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, political beliefs or disability. If you
need help with reading, writing, hearing, etc., under the Americans
with Disabilities Act, you are invited to make your needs known to
a DHS office in your area.
DHS Publication 467 (Rev. 9-08)
QUESTIONS
AND
ANSWERS
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
ABOUT THE
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN
SERVICES
The Department of Human Services is required
by state law to: help individuals and families
meet financial, medical, and social needs; assist
people to become self-sufficient; and help protect
children and adults from abuse, neglect and
exploitation.
You have a right, by law, to apply for help. If you do,
you must give the Department of Human Services
complete and correct information about you and
your family to help determine your eligibility.
This pamphlet is to help you understand your
rights and your responsibilities and some of the
kinds of help you can get from the Department of
Human Services.
STATE OF MICHIGAN
Department of Human Services
Programs
Family Independence Program (FIP) - FIP
provides financial assistance to eligible families
with children and pregnant women who need
temporary support because one or both parents
are gone, unemployed or too sick to work.
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Food Assistance Program (FAP) - FAP raises
the food purchasing power for low-income
families. Benefits for this and other cash programs
are accessed by using a Bridge card similar to an
ATM card.
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State Emergency Relief Program (SER) - SER
pays for certain shelter costs and other essential
items in emergency situations.
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YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO:
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Ask the Department of Human Services
for help — and get help if your qualify.
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Have the information you give to the
Department of Human Services kept
private. Case information is confidential and
protected by Michigan laws. Some information
is shared with other state and federal agencies
for the purpose of determining your eligibility.
State Disability Assistance (SDA) - SDA
provides money to temporarily disabled adults
without dependent children.
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Medicaid (Medical Assistance or MA) - MA
pays for many types of medical care for lowincome families and individuals.
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Adult Medical Program (Adult Benefit Waiver)
- Pays for basic outpatient medical care for low
income adults that do not qualify for Medicaid.
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Child Development and Care Program (CDC) CDC pays for child care services for FIP recipients
and qualifying low-income families.
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Department of Human Services Programs The Department of Human Services can provide
other help to people in Michigan. Some of these
services are:
Family preservation services.
Protective services for children and adults.
Foster care for children and adults.
Independent living services to adolescents.
Adoption services and subsidies.
Help with domestic violence problems.
Prevention and treatment services for youthful
offenders.
Referral to employment and training and
employment support services.
Family support services to help families
become self-sufficient.
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Be accompanied by someone of your
choice at any time while conducting your
business with the Department of Human Services.
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Have the fastest action possible taken
on your application. We are required by law
to take action within certain time frames for
each program. Your cooperation in providing
all the information we ask for will help us to
help you as soon as possible.
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Ask for a hearing if you disagree with any
decision made or action taken (or not taken)
that affects you. First you should talk to your
specialist. If you are still not satisfied you may
ask for a hearing. You can:
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Pick up a hearing form at the Department
of Human Services.
Fill out the form in your own words.
Return the hearing form to the local
Department of Human Services office.
Request a pre-hearing conference with a
supervisor.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Department of Human Services will need to ask
you certain questions and we will ask you to
follow certain rules.
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You may need to help us get child support
from the absent parent of your child.
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You will have to attend work training orientation
to qualify for cash assistance.
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While getting help from the Department of
Human Services you may be required to
report changes in your income, household
members, staring or stopping a job, etc. You
will be told which changes you need to report.
If you do need to report, you will need to do
so in ten days.
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You must truthfully answer all questions
on the application and those asked by the
Department of Human Services.
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You should gather and bring in all requested
additional information promptly.
LENAWEE HUMAN SERVICES COLLABORATIVE
November 6, 2015
Present:
Adrian Dominican Sisters
Adrian REA Literacy Center
Adrian Public Schools/Head Start
American Red Cross
Associated Charities
Catholic Charities
Child Care Network
Communities in Schools of Lenawee
Community Action Agency
Department of Human Services
Dis-Ability Connection
Family Counseling & Children’ Services
Goodwill Industries of SE Michigan
Great Start Collaborative
Habitat for Humanity
HOPE Community Center
Legal Services of SC Michigan
Lenawee Community Mental Health
Lenawee Community Foundation
Lenawee County Commission
Lenawee County Health Department
Lenawee Department on Aging
Lenawee Intermediate School District
Lenawee Probate Court
Lenawee Substance Abuse Prevention
Lenawee United Way
Michigan State University Extension
ProMedica (Lenawee Health Network)
Region 2 AAA
Siena Heights University
St. Vincent De Paul
Social Security Admin.
South Central Michigan Works!
CMHPSM
Other
Staff:
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Sr. Carleen O’Maly
Diane Bach
Nancy Bishop
John Haught
Lynne Punnett
Kathryn Szewczuk
Michelle Hutchison, McKenzie
Bryant; Dawn Ehret; Grae
Barber; Beth Binegar
KZ Bolton
Cari Rebottaro
Jim Philp
Greg Iddings
Rachel Doyle
Vicki Pfeifer
Andica Aguilar
Margaret O’Malley
Betty Burinda
Kerry Hart
2-1-1 Jessica Embury
Karen Rawlings
LHSC Minutes 11/6/15
MINUTES
1. INTRODUCTIONS: Completed. Kathryn Szewzcuk introduced the new coordinator for the Collaborative –
Michelle Hutchison.
2. UPDATE ON COLLECTIVE IMPACT GROUPS.
 Lenawee Essential Needs Council. 3 sub-groups
i. Utilities Task Force (Walk for Warmth) event.
ii. Housing (LHDC and Continuum of Care) working on 10 Year Plan to end Homelessness, Project
Connect. Working on affordable rental housing and getting a housing study for projected needs,
and current needs. Partnering with City of Adrian to look for funding.
iii. Hunger Free Lenawee has only been in existence for 18 months, doing great work. Educating food
pantries and connecting them. Last January all food groups were invited to a breakfast – there was
great networking and collaboration. This will become an annual event. Surveys to find out what is
working/not working will be discussed at the breakfast.
iv. Transportation group has just started meeting (along with Monroe) to discuss what works/ideas
for both counties. Monroe purchased a lift-van at auction. Community Action Agency will help
dispatch. There is a need for more wheelchair accessible vehicles to get Medicaid clients to
doctor’s appointments. Dial a Ride and Lenawee Transportation are limited to areas, time of day
etc.
 OneLenawee – Working on “Complete Streets” a five year plan to have sidewalks/crosswalks, bike trails,
lighting etc. They are also including work on beautifying and cleaning up the River Raisin.
 Lenawee Health Network. Emotional well-being of the community and physical activity. A 4 year grant is
being utilized focusing on diabetes prevention, lowering obesity levels and increasing fitness levels. 4 new
trails have been added to Heritage Park. Kiosks and maps are in the plan. All these efforts are to
encourage the community to enhance their level of health and wellness and physical activity. Healthy
eating group is working on getting affordable fresh fruit and vegetables into corner stores, providing
healthier choices and continued use of the veggie mobile. More information will be available online.
Veggie mobile information is on Lenawee Health Network Facebook page, and on ProMedica website.
Priorities are based on the health assessment which is done every 3 years, led by ProMedica.
 Cradle to Career. The Community Report Card will be available soon. The leadership team has made three
recommendations to the Superintendents:
i. Communicate that the county used a common measurement to collect kindergarten readiness
data
ii. Communicate through narratives around kindergarten readiness and the new state assessments
used for 3rd grade reading, 8th grade math and 7th grade science
iii. All Lenawee schools administer the 2015/16 MiPHY assessment
 Financial Stability Coalition. Work continues on recruiting people to take budgeting classes, and also
partnering with organizations/agencies to provide more “getting ahead” classes. Tracking how much
people spend on housing costs, education about free tax preparation etc. CAA is now working with MSU
Extension on this program, which is based on the “Bridges out of Poverty” training. It is a 12 – 14 week
class that can be life changing. Financial institutions have also been approached and are very interested in
being able to educate low income people on services they have to offer promoting financial stability.
3. UPDATE ON CI CORE MEETING.
 This group meets monthly to look at the big picture. Childhood trauma was identified as a community
wide issue that impacts all groups. We are moving forward on helping systems understand trauma, its
effect on later life; how to measure progress; and identify barriers. The backbone organization (CMH) has
taken over putting together the Collective Impact Newsletter, and this will be published on 2-1-1. Minutes
of all meetings are currently available on the lcmha website – www.lcmha.org.
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4. AGENCY UPDATES
 Adrian REA Literacy Center. Sister Carleen has been invited to Cradle to Career CI group, as they work
with low reading level adults and those with English as a second language. 18 years and older are accepted
into the program as long as they are not in any other program – 1st and 2nd grade reading level, open entry.
 MSU Extension. Are in the process of evaluation of their focus. Members are urged to go to
msue.msu.edu/focus and complete an online survey.
 Probate Court. Continue to improve service to the public. Trainings continue. There is a new Regional
Administrator working with DHHS to assist with QSR and improve child welfare system. Judge Iddings is
also chair of Lenawee Anti-bullying Task Force – they won the Hometown Hope Award with WLEN, and
there was a two-hour community conversation regarding reducing violence in the community. The judge is
also on a statewide community action and economic activity committee, they are looking for areas to
focus on to address generational poverty. Maurice Spears Campus – Passport House will be a step-down
facility for foster care kids and difficult to place kids with no-where to go, who learn independent living
skills, to bridge the gap between campus and the community. This is for 17 – 18 year olds.
 Community Action Agency. The WIC program has opened an office in Hudson – one day per month.
There is no longer a partnership with Crossroads Church for food baskets. Tax season is underway. VITA is
looking for volunteers – in all aspects of the office, not just tax preparation. Partnerships with the local
colleges’ hopes to bring interns in to help, but translators and sign language volunteers are needed. CAA
just celebrated 50 years – congratulations.
 R2Area on Aging. A marketing and outreach person has been hired to help advocate on behalf of the
elderly, low income and those with disabilities, 18 and over. A housing specialist works with nurses to help
people become more independent and live on their own. The building is being expanded in Brooklyn.
 LISD. The LISD is sponsoring a Family Fall Harvest Festival on November 14th at the Stubnitz Center from
10am – 2pm. It is free. The Porter Center has received a donation from the Ghost Riders motorcycle club of
$2100.
 Social Security. Many services are now online. There is information about social security service on the TV
in the Secretary of State office, also DHHS can help with connecting people to SS service. Office space will
be under construction in the coming months, however, they will remain open for business.
 South Central MI Works. Career coaching and employment training is available for 16 – 24 year olds,
there is funding available for students who did not graduate. Adult education starts in October for English
as a second language; GED and High School Completion Certificate.
 Central Michigan 2-1-1. They are currently working on updating the site with all of the Thanksgiving and
Christmas programs. If anyone has more information please let them know, as 2-1-1 is only as good as the
information that is provided to them.
 Department on Aging. Kinship funds are available for people over 60 who are caring for a relative child
under 18. There are also educational opportunities for community support groups.
 Goodwill Industries of SE Michigan. November 18th at Dominican Hall 9:00am – 3pm is the Homeless
Education Conference. Dr. Henry will be presenting. The “raise up” program is a one-on-one financial
coaching education enhancement for children.
 Habitat for Humanity. Neighborhood revitalization continues. Members attended a conference to learn
how to build resident leaders and get neighbors involved. Historic East Adrian is being targeted. There is a
growing issue of the ability to recycle electronics. Currently there isn’t anyone doing this, in the future it is
going to cost 35c/lb. Habitat cannot fund. People are dumping TVs etc.
 St. Vincent De Paul. The food pantry is gearing up for the holidays. However the food banks don’t have
any food – they have had no milk for weeks. Other foods are in short supply. There is a new President, so
some transition is happening.
 County Commission. KZ reported that the commission has recently seen a big loss to their ranks.
Applications are being taken for District 4 Madison Township. An appointment is expected to be made at
the December 9th meeting. “Snapshot of Lenawee County” brochures were distributed for information.
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 Department of Health & Human Services. This is Homeless Awareness Month, Adrian First Friday will see
a couch downtown to signify the couch homeless. Volunteer drivers are still needed to take Medicaid
clients to doctor appointments. Reimbursement is 55c/mile plus meals, parking etc. This stipend does not
affect unemployment. Call Nancy Bishop if you know someone who can volunteer – 264-6404, or email
[email protected].
 Lenawee Community Mental Health. Trainers on childhood trauma have been visiting different schools.
Also trainings on suicide prevention and substance use prevention continue. CISM crisis intervention
training is scheduled for November 13th & 14th in the River Raisin Room – to become a member of a
debriefing team in the community following a crisis. There is also a first responder de-briefing team that
helps law enforcement.
5. OTHER.
The Collaborative Group was asked how often they would like to meet – is quarterly enough? A suggestion to
move to every-other month will be considered.
Any agency announcements will be posted on 2-1-1 email blast – be sure you are signed up to receive them.
[email protected].
6. NEXT MEETING – February 5, 2015 8:30am.
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