Does the parent or legal guardian have to relinquish the clients SSI benefits to Open Hearts? Can other arrangements be made if the family wants to continue to manage the clients finances?
Typically the client’s SSI is used to pay for their room and board. The client’s family is not required to relinquish their family member’s benefits as long as the client has access to all of the funds that they receive from SSI. Arrangements regarding assignment as the representative payee for SSI will be determined on a case by case basis. • Q: What form of cash (currency, debit card) is the client allowed to have in order to take care of their personal expenses? Who is responsible for the accounting of the client’s personal cash? A: All clients are required to have a minimum of $65.00 a month for their personal needs. These funds typically come from their SSI benefit. The staff in the home will work with the client to track their monthly spending and to record all expenditures. • Q: Is your organization accredited by a national organization? A: Open Hearts Personal Care Homes are licensed as personal care homes in the state of Georgia, and fully certified by state agencies. An organ
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