Section 218-RICR-20-00-7.4 - Eligibility CriteriaA. Although an individual or family may be eligible for most Block Grant Social Services, this does not mean that entitlement for a specific service exists. Additional eligibility requirements may be prescribed by the governing contracts and/or DHS Policy. 1. For example, transportation is only provided for the elderly or individuals with disabilities, and documentation of the disability is required.B. The State provides a system and procedure for fair hearings under which applicants or recipients may appeal denial, reduction or termination of services or failure to act upon a request for service within a reasonable time. 7.4.1Income Guidelines Income Guidelines for participation in the programs follow those of the Rhode Island State Plan for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program for adults and families (currently 60% of Household Median Income in Rhode Island), and for children, the Income Guidelines for Medicaid Eligibility (261% FPL).
218 R.I. Code R. 218-RICR-20-00-7.4