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Welfare outlays decline in Rhode Island although economy worsens
Rhode Island’s economy continues to decline and unemployment is at its highest level in three years, yet welfare rolls have plunged by double digits. Since late 2007, the number of people receiving cash assistance has dropped by more than 16 percent. Factors causing the decline include tighter eligibility, a delay before people impacted by the faltering economy seek benefits, and ignorance among newcomers about where to find help. Still, many worry that Rhode Island families are not receiving the assistance they need.
http://www.projo.com/news/content/econ_update_02-09-09_IKD8L2S_v18.5a0407.html#
Labels: aid eligibility, cash assistance, Rhode Island, unemployment, welfare rolls
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