D.C. Code § 7-503.15

Current through codified legislation effective October 30, 2024
Section 7-503.15 - [Not funded.] Routine mailer distribution.
(a)
(1) At least once a year but no more than quarterly, the Department shall distribute to seniors over the age of 60 mailers that describe available programs and services, upcoming events and activities, important service providers' contact information, and information on Adult Protective Services for the purpose of increasing outreach, helping to assess successes and failures of the Department's programs, and providing support to all seniors over the age of 60 throughout the District.
(2) Each mailer shall contain information that is useful for the purpose of empowering seniors with the information they need to help themselves, including information about new services and programs, when available.
(b) At a minimum, the Department shall develop an in-depth resource guide of all programs and services within 180 days after the effective date of the Senior Nutrition, Health, and Well-Being Equity Amendment Act of 2022, passed on second reading on December 6, 2022 (Enrolled version of Bill 24-996).
(c) For the purpose of this section, the term "mailer" means a document in the form of a pamphlet, booklet, catalog, flyer, or notice that describes in detail all current services and programs related to senior well-being by the Department and local service providers, including relevant contact information, hours of operation, and registration or application instructions.

D.C. Code § 7-503.15

Added by D.C. Law 24-318,§ 2, 70 DCR 000610, eff. 3/10/2023.