Florida Statutes Title XXX. Social Welfare § 414.1585. Diversion program for families at risk of welfare dependency due to substance abuse or mental illness

(1) The diversion program for families at risk of welfare dependency due to substance abuse or mental illness is intended to provide services and one-time payments to assist families in avoiding welfare dependency and to stabilize families, so that children can be cared for in their own homes or in the homes of relatives and so that families can be self-sufficient.

(2) Before finding a family eligible for the diversion program created under this section, a determination must be made that:

(3) Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary in s. 414.075, s. 414.085, or s. 414.095, a family meeting the criteria of subsection (2) shall be considered a needy family and shall be deemed eligible under this section.

(4) The department may establish additional criteria related to services, client need, or one-time payments. The department may establish maximum amounts of one-time payments.

(5) Receipt of services or a one-time payment under this section shall not preclude eligibility for, or receipt of, other assistance or services under this chapter.