Ind. Code § 12-14-16-11

Sec. 11. The division and county office may bring a proceeding in foreclosure on the lien or to make arbitration of the amount due on the lien if the action protects a public interest. However, with respect to supplemental assistance to the aged, a foreclosure may not be commenced against the homestead of the recipient while occupied by the recipient or the recipient's spouse, except in case of fraud.