Library: Policy
317:35-9-102. Referral for social services
Revised 6-26-00
In many situations, social services are needed by adults who are receiving medical services through Medicaid. The LTC nurse may make referrals for social services to the worker in the local office by use of DHS Form K-13, Information/Referral Social Services. In addition to these referrals, a request for social services may be initiated by a client or by another individual acting upon behalf of a client.
- (1) The worker is responsible for providing the indicated services or for referral to the appropriate resource outside the DHS if the services are not available within the DHS.
- (2) Among the services provided by the worker are:
- (A) Services which will enable individuals to attain and/or maintain as good physical and mental health as possible;
- (B) Services to assist patients who are receiving care outside their own homes in planning for and returning to their own homes or to other alternate care;
- (C) Services to encourage the development and maintenance of family and community interest and ties;
- (D) Services to promote maximum independence in the management of their own affairs;
- (E) Protective services, including evaluation of need for and arranging for guardianship; and
- (F) Appropriate family planning services which include assisting the family in acquiring means to responsible parenthood. Services are offered in making the necessary referral and follow-up.
