Field Ops Memo 2009-53: TAFDC – Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) Employment Supports Activity

DTA has partnered with Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) to provide Employment Supports services to 60 clients receiving TAFDC and living in Boston. The activity is funded through ARRA from September 2009 through September 30, 2010 for the following TAOs: • Dudley Square; • Newmarket Square; and • Revere. Note: A report listing clients living in Boston will be e-mailed to TAO directors with this Field Operations Memo. The goal of this activity is to provide employment for clients. This will be accomplished by providing clients education and transitional employment, i.e., paid on-the-job training, over a period of 6 to 12 months. The activity is scheduled to begin the week of September 21, 2009. Purpose of Memo The purpose of this Field Operations Memo is to inform TAO staff about: • the ABCD Employment Supports activity; • client eligibility criteria; and • case manager’s responsibilities.