Proposal calls for IBM to recruit community groups for free help
Source: KEN KUSMER, Associated Press (IN), Wed, Dec. 06, 2006
The state's proposed $1.16 billion contract with IBM Corp. to help run food stamp, Medicaid and welfare programs calls for enrolling people at food pantries, shelters and other agencies, but some of those agencies might be hard pressed finding people who have the time to do it. The contract calls on IBM to create a voluntary network of advocacy groups, service providers, community leaders and others to provide - at no charge - help to clients in enrolling them for benefits.