DSS Meeting

Today I went to DSS to talk to the new benefits staff about my program and how to refer. I gave them the positive statistics about how our clients have gotten a "raise" over the last quarter, on average making 56 cents more an hour; how a couple more are receiving benefits, how a couple more have finished their GED's. They seemed so uninterested in our clients reaching not only their personal goals but goals set forth by the state. It seems they continue to be negative about our program and clients with addictive disorders, despite it's successes. How to get our client's benefits managers more enthused about what we do for our clients and recognize even small successes as significant for TANF recipients in general. Maybe a more interactive presentation instead of the usual power point. Maybe bringing in some of the clients who have graduated. Oh, maybe doing something during Recovery Month at the DSS building!! A lunch and learn for the staff with speakers. Hmmmm.