Asking For and Receiving
Community Help
- Are There Slow Days and Times When It Is
Best To Visit?
- Make An Appointment and Arrive Fifteen
Minutes Early.
- Ask What Records You Need to Bring, and
Bring Them All.
- Most Agencies Require A Photo ID and Your
Social Security Number.
- Most Agencies Require Proof of Income and
Residence.
- Social Security Often Requires Employment
and Medical History.
- Keep All This Information On Lists And
Bring A Copy With You.
- Speak Up and Answer Questions Directly
Staying On Point.
- Treat The Staff With Respect Even If They
Are Tired And Rude.
- When You Disagree Keep Your
Voice Level, And Do Not Call
Names or Make Threats.
- If Necessary Ask For A Supervisor Or The
Grievance Process.
- Write Down What The Worker Tells You.
- Follow Up Quickly On Whatever The Agency
Asks You To Do.
- Check Back If You Do Not Hear From The
Agency When Promised.
How wonderful when we are
able to help others!
How reassuring when we need help and it is there!
How sad when there is help but we do not ask! |