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Recent Library Content
05/06/2019 -
Useful information about public charge in English and in Spanish - including a handy flow chart of information about when public charge... Read more
05/30/2019 -
The Department is committed to ensuring that clients receive the supports necessary to access benefits appropriately, and as intended. In... Read more
05/24/2019 -
ConnectorCare Advocacy Guide: An Advocate's Guide to the Massachusetts ConnectorCare Program
This handbook is designed for advocates and... Read more
06/04/2019 -
The DESE Educational Stability team works to ensure the enrollment, attendance and opportunity to succeed in school for children and youth... Read more
06/22/2018 -
Affirmed - DCF had a reasonable basis for closing the case and terminating services for the young adult Appellant with prior notice... Read more