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Public Notice

Regarding the Prevention,

Retention and Contingency Program

For Defiance County

The Defiance County Board of Commissioners and the Defiance County Department of Job and Family Services is conducting a 30 day public comment period relating to the County PRC Plan.  Comments will be accepted concerning this plan from August 15, 2007 through September 14, 2007. Our current plan outlines services provided for Defiance county community and includes such services as

Developmental, Child Welfare, Wrap around Services, diversion, LEAP bonus, youth programs, employment and training, customized training, on the job training, transportation, pre-employment, disaster and contingency services.  You may receive a copy of the current plan by calling 419 782 3881 and asking for Gloria Sunderman.

Comments made by mailed to: DCJFS, 06879 Evansport Road, Defiance, Ohio 43512 or e-mailed to: grafj@odjfs.state.oh.us.

The Defiance County Department of Job & Family Services has been serving the residents of Defiance County for many years, by administrating public assistance programs of the state and federal government, investigating complaints of suspected child abuse and neglect, and providing needed supportive services. Our direction has changed many times, most recently with the implementation of Welfare Reform legislation which placed increased emphasis on personal responsibility and self-sufficiency; the addition of several new programs, such as the Prevention Retention and Contingency (PRC) and Workforce Investment Act (WIA) programs; and the merger of our state office (the former Department of Human Services) with the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services.  Our mission is to serve the residents of Defiance County utilizing the programs and dollars available to us, to help people improve their lives through economic self-sufficiency, protect and provide for those unable to meet their own needs, and to enhance the community for future generations.

Services are available to any resident of Defiance County.  Income and resources limitations may apply for programs and services based on economic need. Appointments are scheduled for on-going assistance, walk ins are welcome for information and referral, or emergency needs.  Agency hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.