Keys v. Adult & Family Services Division

Petitioner, a recipient of aid to dependent children, seeks judicial review of a final order of the Adult and Family Services Division (AFSD) denying a request for payment of medical expenses related to sterilization. The issue is whether the agency is estopped to deny payment. We affirm.

Petitioner does not dispute the hearings officer’s findings of fact. The material facts are quoted from the order.

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“In March 1981, claimant discussed with her assistance worker the possibility of voluntary sterilization surgery. The worker advised the client that her treating physician had the necessary…