Whenever a person receiving public assistance makes a request therefor, the Department of Public Welfare¹ shall furnish to such person educational materials and information with respect to achieving a planned parenthood; or refer such person to a Family Planning Center, organization or agency where the same may be obtained. Every such person shall be advised that he or she is a free agent to accept or not to accept advice and counsel thus furnished or obtained; and that his or her refusal or failure to avail himself or herself of such materials, information or advice will in no way affect the person's right to receive assistance, or his or her right to take advantage of any other public program.