Bishop's Guide to the Self-Reliance Plan

Bishops and branch presidents use this form to plan and track welfare assistance and to follow up on members’ personal self-reliance plans. The bishop meets with the member in need to discuss what challenges he or she is facing. The bishop may then invite a leader or other mentor to help the member complete a Self-Reliance Plan form. By reviewing this plan, the bishop can better understand how to provide effective welfare assistance. The bishop or an assigned leader follows up regularly with the member to discuss additional needs, concerns, and progress made on the plan.