Resources

Resources

Materials in the Unlocking Access Hub help to demystify a complex and often overwhelming law and policy landscape. Unlocking Access subscribers can access additional materials, designed to help communities of care become stronger partners in problem-solving with the people they serve.

Navigate through resource topics and the drop-down menus, and use the (+) icon to save resources for easy access in the My Favorites tab later on. Logged-in users can also view their resources on the Portal.

MLPB’s Digital Digest is an open-access tool designed to help workforce colleagues navigate complex law and policy changes. The Digest provides guidance and problem-solving strategies to address a range of key HRSN needs. This resource is updated regularly so that you can feel confident that the information you have is up-to-date.

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Training Deck

Family Law Basics (January 2022)

An Unlocking Access monthly training, offered January 25, 2022.

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Who’s Got the Power? Spotlight on Child Welfare Stakeholders in Massachusetts

When the MA Department of Children & Families (DCF) enters a family’s life, this triggers a high-stakes process that involves new, confusing,...

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Spotlight on Afghan Evacuees in Massachusetts: Identify Immigration Status to Determine Benefit Eligibility

Immigration statuses can be complex and fluid! Given the resent influx of evacuees — which is not an immigration status per se...

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Spotlight on Afghan Evacuees in Rhode Island: Identify Immigration Status to Determine Benefit Eligibility

Immigration statuses can be complex and fluid! Given the resent influx of evacuees — which is not an immigration status per se...

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RI Maximizing People’s Autonomy: How care teams can help people make supported decisions

Care teams know that people sometimes need a trusted individual to help them make decisions. Guardianship is the most restrictive legal tool...

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MA Maximizing People’s Autonomy: How care teams can help people make supported decisions

Care teams know that people sometimes need a trusted individual to help them make decisions. Guardianship is the most restrictive legal tool...

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Resource Guide

RI McKinney-Vento Rights of Students Experiencing Homelessness

Care teams partnering with families know that stability helps students thrive academically. The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (McKinney-Vento) is a federal law...

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MA McKinney-Vento Rights of Students Experiencing Homelessness

Care teams partnering with families know that stability helps students thrive academically. The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (McKinney-Vento) is a federal law...

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Resource Guide

Resources Available to People Regardless of Immigration Status

Care teams partnering with people know that immigration status (like income level) is a threshold eligibility factor for many health-promoting resources. This...

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