7 Coordination, 2605(b)(4) - Assurance 4

7.1 Describe how you will ensure that the LIHEAP program is coordinated with other programs available to low-income households (TANF, SSI, WAP, etc.). Joint application for multiple programs (indicate programs included) Intake referrals to/from other programs (indicate programs included) Recipients of other assistance programs are informed of LIHEAP. DHS field offices provide information about applying for LIHEAP to the individuals and families they serve. LIHEAP outreach staff works with community partners, such as schools, health centers, and housing, letting them know how to refer the people they serve to LIHEAP. One - stop intake centers Other - Describe: We have a process in place with the RI SNAP office (both LIHEAP and SNAP are within RI DHS) to outreach SNAP households who have a heating bill. SNAP household records including household income are migrated to the LIHEAP software system. Once the records are in the LIHEAP system, letters to the SNAP households are generated letting SNAP recipients know that they are income-eligible for LIHEAP. An abbreviated LIHEAP application is sent to them since we have their income migrated to our LIHEAP system. If their SNAP household size does not match their LIHEAP household size on the abbreviated application, the household fills out a full application. Otherwise, they can be certified with an abbreviated application. If any of the above questions require further explanation or clarification that could not be made in the fields provided, attach a document with said explanation here.