Strengthens financial stability for persons in the care of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families by managing their benefits and funds.
The bill mandates the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to manage funds and benefits for individuals in their care, ensuring these funds are not used for reimbursement of care costs. It requires the department to apply for Supplemental Security Income and retirement, survivors, and disability insurance benefits on behalf of eligible individuals. The department must also screen individuals in out-of-home placement for these benefits.
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