The scheduled out post for Highlands is April 25th. The date has been changed to Thursday, April 26th.
If you have any questions please contact DSS at 828-349-2124.
gt
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
New at DSS
Macon County Department of Social Services prides it's self on great customer service. In the next few days you will notice the following changes as we continue live by our Mission Statement of "Partnering to promote, protect , and strengthen our community".
- If you are changing existing information in the system please ask for a change form, complete with updated information and then return this form to the front desk worker . You will not need to see an Income Maintenance Caseworker for changes or updates.
- If you need to complete an application for services at DSS, please let the front desk know this is a new application and the program you are requesting assistance from. You will be given the paperwork to complete while you wait for an Income Maintenance Worker. If you need assistance in completing the application, the worker will assist you when you are called to an interview room.
Wait time could be up to one hour. You may choose to wait or return at a later time.
gtaylor 2/29/2012
Monday, January 23, 2012
Macon County Emergency Assistance Program
Macon County Department of Social Services is taking Emergency Assistance Applications for utility, mortgage and /or rent assistance. Emergency cash assistance will be provided to families who meet the eligibility requirements as stated in the basic requirements of the Work First Family Assistance Program. This program is income based as well as requiring at least one (1) child in the home under eighteen (18) years of age. The maximum payment level for Macon County
Emergency Assistance is designed to assist families with an emergency need and is not intended to meet recurring or ongoing needs. No Emergency Assistance will be provided to applicants if the emergency cannot be alleviated, as EA is expected to alleviate the emergency.
Macon County DSS is located at 1832 Lakeside Drive , Franklin , NC 28734 . For more
information, please contact Macon County DSS at 828-349-2124.
posted by GT
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Thank You To The Community
The Macon County Department of Social Services would like to extend our appreciation to the following sponsors for their generous contributions, which helped to brighten Christmas for our children in foster care:
² Jane Long and family
² Ashley Hyder and family
² Lisa Welch, FHS French Club and FHS Students
² Brittany Parker
² Michael and Jessica Jenkins
² Fun Factory
² First Alliance Church
² Rhodes Brothers Paving Company
² Memorial United Methodist Church
² Life Church Franklin
² Macon Middle School
² The Gathering
² Cartoogechaye Elementary School
² Coweeta Lab Employees
² Macon County
² SCC nursing students
² Junaluska Masonic Lodge #145
We would like to give a special “Thank You” to Jane Long for her time & hard work in coordinating this partnership between our agency and the community. Again, we would like to express our gratitude to all that were involved. You have made many kids’ Christmas truly memorable.
Lisa Hilliard, Adult & Family Services Supervisor along with her staff
Gwen Taylor, Human Resources Planner & Public Information Officer
Macon Co. DSS
posted by Gwen Taylor
The North Carolina Social Services Association (NCSSA) - Macon County DSS
The North Carolina Social Services Association (NCSSA), organized in 1967 and incorporated in 1969, is the only statewide professional organization representing the interests and concerns of all Social Services employees in North Carolina
In addition to working to develop the professional growth of members and to regulate policy, NCSSA members raise in excess of $50,000 each year that is devoted to community services projects in nearly all 100 counties across the State. These funds provide life-sustaining services and supplies to individuals who have fallen through the cracks of the human services system and/or provide funding for training not otherwise offered through county budgets.
Macon County DSS employees who are NCSSA members have helped families in the past with a Thanksgiving Food Box that was distributed to those in a hardship. This year Macon County NCSSA members voted to give a donation of $1000.00 in November and $1,000.00 in December to Care-Net for food distribution to those in need. Proceeds come from employee purchases of vending machine snacks and beverages located in the Macon County Human Services Building
The Macon County Care Network, also known as CareNet, is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation, established in 1988, by churches of Macon County , North Carolina Franklin , NC
They are a non-denominational ministry, which serves as a central location to provide relief for those in crisis. CareNet provides food and limited financial assistance with other necessities, such as prescriptions, utilities, fuel, and rent on an emergency basis.
CareNet is supported by Churches, donations, grants and the CareNet Thrift Store. All donations are used to helpMacon County
They are a non-denominational ministry, which serves as a central location to provide relief for those in crisis. CareNet provides food and limited financial assistance with other necessities, such as prescriptions, utilities, fuel, and rent on an emergency basis.
CareNet is supported by Churches, donations, grants and the CareNet Thrift Store. All donations are used to help
Gwen Taylor
Monday, August 29, 2011
Macon County DSS - Work First County Plan 2012 - 2014
Macon County will continue to incorporate Family Centered Practices in the daily involvement with Work First Families. This is achieved with Family Centered Practice, System of Care and Multiple Response System which has been Macon County’s philosophy for many years. Each Work First applicant / recipient, as well as our Child Protective Services and Foster Care recipients are treated with respect. HR/Life Coach is trained to give each person a chance to be heard and gives us the opportunity to evaluate strengths, so as to better achieve their career choices, leading to long term employment and short term Work First.
We realize that each family has different needs and strengths; this realization helps the agency withhold unfair judgment. Our recipients are encouraged to work within their abilities according to their specific needs.
Macon County will comply with the American with Disabilities Act and provide Interpreter services in any language, as we have a full time employee on site who speaks Spanish/English fluently and interpreter phones are available for any language at each employee’s disposal.
Macon County complies with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and abides by all requirements pursuant to the regulations issued in accordance to that Title.
Public Comment The public review process included the plan being posted at the following locations from August 26, 2011 through September 9, 2011:
Public notices of how to obtain and comment on the plan were announced in the Franklin Press, the Highlander, the Macon County News, and on WFSC/WNCC in Franklin and WHLC in Highlands. Review of the Plan and comments have been obtained informally from community leaders, concerned citizens and a former welfare recipient. The local planning committee members assisted in obtaining comments and will continue to meet on a regular basis to assist in implementing and revising the Plan when needed.
posted by GT
We realize that each family has different needs and strengths; this realization helps the agency withhold unfair judgment. Our recipients are encouraged to work within their abilities according to their specific needs.
Macon County will comply with the American with Disabilities Act and provide Interpreter services in any language, as we have a full time employee on site who speaks Spanish/English fluently and interpreter phones are available for any language at each employee’s disposal.
Macon County complies with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and abides by all requirements pursuant to the regulations issued in accordance to that Title.
Public Comment The public review process included the plan being posted at the following locations from August 26, 2011 through September 9, 2011:
Macon County Public Library
Employment Security Commission
County Manager’s Office
Department of Social Services
Public notices of how to obtain and comment on the plan were announced in the Franklin Press, the Highlander, the Macon County News, and on WFSC/WNCC in Franklin and WHLC in Highlands. Review of the Plan and comments have been obtained informally from community leaders, concerned citizens and a former welfare recipient. The local planning committee members assisted in obtaining comments and will continue to meet on a regular basis to assist in implementing and revising the Plan when needed.
posted by GT
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
May is National Foster Care Month
Nearly 424,000 American children and youth are currently in foster care. National Foster Care Month is a time to acknowledge these youth and the family members, foster parents, volunteers, mentors, child welfare professionals, and policymakers who help them find permanent homes and connections.
The Children's Bureau and Child Welfare Information Gateway are supporting National Foster Care Month through a website for child welfare professionals with the theme "Building Connections Through Meaningful Family Engagement." The website features information and resources that help caseworkers, administrators, managers, and policymakers improve permanency services and outcomes for children, youth, and families involved with the child welfare system. The website includes:
Read the Presidential proclamation for National Foster Care Month at www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2011/04/29/presidential-proclamation-national-foster-care-month
Your feedback is important to us so please take the survey on the Foster Care Month website and give us your input. For more information, contact Child Welfare Information Gateway at 1.800.394.3366 or info@childwelfare.gov.
For More Information on Foster Care and Fostering Child in Care of Macon County, contact Social Worker Stacey Messer, At Macon County DSS at 828-349-2546.
G.Taylor
The Children's Bureau and Child Welfare Information Gateway are supporting National Foster Care Month through a website for child welfare professionals with the theme "Building Connections Through Meaningful Family Engagement." The website features information and resources that help caseworkers, administrators, managers, and policymakers improve permanency services and outcomes for children, youth, and families involved with the child welfare system. The website includes:
- Resources about building connections with families, youth, siblings, schools, and community partners to help youth achieve permanency
- Personal stories and photos from Kids Central, Inc., one of the Children's Bureau Family Connection grantees
- Links to digital stories from the
National Resource Center - National Foster Care Month widgets to add to your organization's website
Read the Presidential proclamation for National Foster Care Month at www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2011/04/29/presidential-proclamation-national-foster-care-month
Your feedback is important to us so please take the survey on the Foster Care Month website and give us your input. For more information, contact Child Welfare Information Gateway at 1.800.394.3366 or info@childwelfare.gov.
For More Information on Foster Care and Fostering Child in Care of Macon County, contact Social Worker Stacey Messer, At Macon County DSS at 828-349-2546.
G.Taylor
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