We met with a county social worker today and I have so much to share. But, very little of it is good news, at least in our case.
If Dennis was still able to work, he would be eligible for lots of help. But he can't work, so he need not apply.
If Dennis was indigent, had never worked and was homeless, he would be eligible for help. But no, he had to be Mr. Responsible.
But, the social worker was good. She told us that all he needed to earn was $75/month, and it didn't have to be real work. We are both pretty honest people, though, and will look for a way for Dennis to get a paycheck each month while providing a genuine service.
The frustrating part is learning the rules of the game that we are playing. First you must know the right people so that those people can tell you the rules. Then you must find ways to work around those rules. Finally, if and when you have understood the rules, you must learn to accept that not all rules are really rules, but rather interpretations of rules.
I remember a sign I saw in Jamaica. "Marijuana is illegal. Cocaine is REALLY illegal!" You interpret anyway you wish.
Until later,
Ann and Dennis
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