Sentences with phrase «off of public assistance»

I think most (I know not all) want to get off of public assistance and make their own money, but if they can't get a job, or can only get a minimum wage position, they can't make any improvements to their living conditions.

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Working in close consultation with Mass Audubon, and with the considerable assistance of very talented legal counsel, this individual moved swiftly to acquire the property directly, preempting the dreaded public auction that was only a few days off.

Perks: Private medical insurance, group life assurance scheme, auto - enrolment pension scheme, employee assistance programme, 25 days» holiday, plus bank and public holidays, day off for your birthday, unique shared ownership and bonus scheme, flexible working and family friendly policies, childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, opportunity to join a number of social clubs - free or minimal cost, enhanced maternity and paternity pay

• Check in with mothers and fathers to see how they are doing • Promote a culture where it is okay for employees to reach out and ask for help • Participate in an employee assistance program (EAP) or maintain a list of available resources to support families • Learn where your public officials stand on kids» issues and use your vote to support families • Allow for flexibility in scheduling where possible • Work with employees to manage workload in times of added stress • Create a community brag board so employees can show off kids, pets, homes and hobbies • Support maternity / paternity leave for new parents (including adoptive and foster parents) • Offer «lunch and learns» for employees wanting to learn more about child development • Involve your business in community events • Sponsor a day of service for all employees to volunteer with programs working to strengthen families

The federal welfare overhaul of 1996 ushered in myriad policy changes aimed at getting low - income parents off public assistance and into employment.