welfare assistance

9:00 A.M. – The Art of Welfare
This session provides a basic overview of New Hampshire law governing local welfare administration, why guidelines are important, and how assistance is provided, including using situational flexibility when warranted.  This session will also address fair hearings, suspension of assistance, and provide an advanced overview of some important expected changes to the law as it relates to welfare.
Jonathan Cowal, Municipal Services Counsel, NH Municipal Association

AGENDA
9:00 A.M. – Registration

9:30 A.M. - The Art of Welfare
This session provides a basic overview of New Hampshire law governing local welfare administration, why guidelines are important, and how assistance is provided, including using situational flexibility when warranted.  This session will also address fair hearings, suspension of assistance, and more.
Jonathan Cowal, Municipal Services Counsel, NH Municipal Association

Program Agenda

9:00 A.M. - Registration

9:30 A.M. - The Art of Welfare
This session provides a basic overview of New Hampshire law governing local welfare administration, including why guidelines are important and how assistance is provided. This session will also address fair hearings, suspension of assistance, and more.
Jonathan Cowal, Municipal Services Counsel, NH Municipal Association
Stephen Buckley, Legal Services Counsel, NH Municipal Association

11:00 A.M. - BREAK

AGENDA

9:00 A.M. - Registration

PROGRAM AGENDA

New Hampshire law requires every town and city to have a welfare program to assist residents who are poor and in need of help.

Join Legal Services Counsel Stephen Buckley who will provide a basic overview of New Hampshire law governing local welfare administration, including why guidelines are important, how assistance is provided, and anticipated legislative changes. This session will also address fair hearings, suspension of assistance, and more.