18 Miss. Code. R. 24-4.2 - Before Initiating Application

A. Applications are initiated through the Common Web Portal (CWP) for all first-time applicants. If an applicant was a previous household member in another case, but is now head of household, a new pre-application must be done. Pre-applications are web-based and may be submitted on behalf of Mississippi residents only. Applicants may apply for services through the CWP at: www.access.ms.gov

B. Pre-applications are required for applicants requesting service for the first time or if applicant is no longer in the household of another client.

C. Applicants submitting pre-applications must receive notification of an appointment for services within fifteen (15) business days of submission of the application. If the applicant is elderly, disabled, or a family with a child five (5) and under, the appointment date must be within thirty (30) days. Non-elderly or non-disabled clients must be given an appointment date within forty-five (45) business days.

D. If applicant does not have access to a computer to submit pre-application, the subgrantee must complete pre-application by phone or at the intake appointment.

Notes

18 Miss. Code. R. 24-4.2

Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-2(4); Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-4 Revised: May 2022

Adopted 3/24/2021 Amended 9/15/2022