PM 01-06-02: Notice of Approval or Denial

WAG 01-06-02

Every applicant for benefits must receive a written notice of approval or denial.

A Notice of Decision must include:

• approval or denial decision;
• amount of benefit;
• persons in the unit who are eligible;
• the date of notice;
• Family Community Resource Center phone number;
• a clear statement of the action taken;
• a clear statement of the reason for the action;
• a specific policy reference which supports the action;
• a clear statement of the client's right to appeal; 
• instructions for long term care applicants regarding a hardship waiver; and
• contact information for free legal counsel.