Undocumented Individual(s) Gravely Disabled or Facing Exigent Circumstances
Director’s Exception
Undocumented individual(s) who suffer a grave disability such as paraplegia, quadriplegia, coma, severe mental illness, or faces other exigent circumstances, may qualify for a Director's Exception payment. The request may be initiated by a Social Services Benefits Specialist (SSBS), Social Worker (SW), or anyone having knowledge of the individual’s need or situation as previous topics.
SSBS Requirements
The SSBS must complete a General Assistance Director’s Exception Request-Individual (GA 5) for individual Director’s Exceptions. This referral must be completed after General Assistance (GA) eligibility has been determined. The SSBS must do the following:
- Determine if the undocumented individual suffers from a grave disability such as paraplegia quadriplegia, coma, severe mental illness, or faces other exigent circumstances.
- Attach all pertinent verification to the GA 5.
Reevaluation Period
This Director's Exception must be reevaluated every six months.
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