Aid to the Needy Disabled

The Aid To The Needy Disabled (AND) program provides cash assistance to low-income Colorado residents, age 18 to 59, who have at least a six-month total disability that precludes them from working.

What are the Benefits of the AND Program?

The goal of the program is to provide interim financial assistance while waiting for approval of Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Financial Benefits: The AND program provides financial benefits up to $200 per month beginning January 2009. Any other income such as wages, Social Security benefits (SSA), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veteran's Assistance, etc. may reduce the amount of the AND payment. The AND benefits are prorated the first month of application based on the date all eligibility requirements are met.

Medical Benefits: There are no medical benefits provided by the AND program.

Aid to the Needy Disabled With a Primary Diagnosis of Alcoholism or Drug Abuse

• Recipient is limited to 12 cumulative months in a lifetime.
• Recipient must agree to and participate in treatment.
• Recipient must submit to random testing.
• If a recipient tests positive for alcohol or drugs two times in any three-month period, the recipient is to be notified and removed from State-Only AND.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify to receive AND benefits you must meet all eligibility criteria. The complete rules and eligibility requirements may be found in 9 CCR-2503-1 - Staff Manual Volume 3 at Section 3.400. The following is a summary of the eligibility requirements and some, but not all, acceptable verifications.

1. Age: You must be between 18 and 59 years old to qualify for the AND program.

Verifications accepted:

• Birth Certificate
• Baptismal Certificate
• Statement from Social Security
• Driver's License
• Picture Identification Card
• Military Discharge Papers
• Alien Registration Card
• Naturalization Papers

2. Residency: An AND applicant/recipient must be a Colorado resident.

Verification accepted:

• Client Statement
• Rent Receipt
• Lease Agreement
• Mortgage Statement
• Voter Registration
• Utility Bill
• Phone Bill

3. Citizenship: An AND applicant/recipient must meet the citizenship requirements. He/she must be a citizen of the United States, a naturalized citizen, or an eligible legal resident.

Verification accepted:

• Birth Certificate
• Baptismal Certificate
• Naturalization Papers
• Passport
• Alien Registration Papers

4. Income: An AND applicant/recipient may be eligible to receive up to $200.00 per month beginning January 2009. Other income may offset the maximum AND payment. Income is considered as anything that can be used to meet expenses such as for food, clothing, or shelter. Some types of income are Social Security benefits, SSI, Veteran's Assistance, retirement pension, disability benefits, wages, etc.

Verification accepted:

1. Earned Income:
   • Check Stubs
   • Letter from Employer
   • Tax Return
2. Unearned Income:
   • Copy of Check
   • Statement from Social Security
   • Award Letter

5. Resources: An AND applicant/recipient may have countable resources up to a maximum of $2,000.00 for an individual or $3,000.00 for a married couple. Some types of resources are cash (not spent in the month you receive it), checking or savings accounts, certificates of deposits, vehicles, boats, motor homes,stocks and bonds, life insurance, burial contracts or policies, and secondary property, etc.

Verification accepted:

1. Bank Statement or Letter from the Bank
2. Vehicle Registration
3. Letter from the Broker
4. Life Insurance Policy or Letter from Life Insurance Company
5. Burial Contract or Policy
6. Tax Return
7. Letter from the Assessor's Office

Some resources may not count toward the maximum resource limit. Do not wait to apply if you do not have all verifications needed. You can gather needed information after your application has been received.

6. Application of Supplemental Security Income: Applicants/recipients of AND must apply for Supplemental Security Income benefits. You must provide verification of your application. This can be a receipt or letter from Social Security stating you applied for SSI.

How to Apply

To apply for AND, you must complete an application. If you need assistance filling out the application, you can go to your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to have someone assist you. You can:

• Print an application and mail to your local county office; or
• Call your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to have the application mailed to you; or
• Go into your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to complete the application.

Other Requirements

1. You will need to provide a doctor's form verifying your disability will last at least 6-months and a statement that your disability precludes you from working any job. You can print the doctor's form, which is called a MED 9 and take it to your doctor.
2. To receive AND benefits, you must sign an IM-14 form saying you will repay AND benefits with the SSI benefits you are eligible to receive in the same month. Your lump sum SSI check will go to the county to repay the AND program.

Program Description:

The Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP), formerly called TEMHA, is available to help low-income, disabled Marylanders with no other resources, to obtain cash, medical, and housing assistance. The program is funded through the State of Maryland to provide help to individuals without dependent children.

Eligibility:

The TDAP program can provide cash, medical, and housing benefits to disabled individuals. Eligibility requirements include verifying the disability - a licensed medical practitioner must complete a medical report. TDAP applicants who are disabled for 12 months or more must file an application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). TDAP recipients can get help from Disability Entitlement Advocacy Program (DEAP) representatives to assist them in obtaining Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. A disability determination is made if the Social Security Administration or the State Review Team (SRT) concludes that the customer is disabled. TDAP recipients may receive benefits for only 12 months out of a 36-month period unless they are pursuing SSI or appealing an SSI decision.

Regional Variations:

Benefits and eligibility are according to TDAP program policy with one exception, Baltimore County customers who have an alcohol or substance abuse dependency receive a local supplement of $25.00.

Where to Apply:

1. Apply at your Local Department of Social Services. Click here for a list of local departments to apply in person. You may file an application by mail, fax or other electronic means or someone may drop an application off for you.
2. Apply online: Go to www.marylandsail.org to file your application.

What are the Benefits of the AND Program?

The Aid To The Needy Disabled (AND) program provides cash assistance to low-income Colorado residents, age 18 to 59, who have at least a six-month total disability that precludes them from working.

The goal of the program is to provide interim financial assistance while waiting for approval of Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Financial Benefits: The AND program provides financial benefits up to $200 per month beginning January 2009. Any other income such as wages, Social Security benefits (SSA), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veteran's Assistance, etc. may reduce the amount of the AND payment. The AND benefits are prorated the first month of application based on the date all eligibility requirements are met.

Medical Benefits: There are no medical benefits provided by the AND program.

Aid to the Needy Disabled With a Primary Diagnosis of Alcoholism or Drug Abuse

• Recipient is limited to 12 cumulative months in a lifetime.
• Recipient must agree to and participate in treatment.
• Recipient must submit to random testing.
• If a recipient tests positive for alcohol or drugs two times in any three-month period, the recipient is to be notified and removed from State-Only AND.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify to receive AND benefits you must meet all eligibility criteria. The complete rules and eligibility requirements may be found in 9 CCR-2503-1 - Staff Manual Volume 3 at Section 3.400. The following is a summary of the eligibility requirements and some, but not all, acceptable verifications.

1. Age: You must be between 18 and 59 years old to qualify for the AND program.

Verifications accepted:

• Birth Certificate
• Baptismal Certificate
• Statement from Social Security
• Driver's License
• Picture Identification Card
• Military Discharge Papers
• Alien Registration Card
• Naturalization Papers

2. Residency: An AND applicant/recipient must be a Colorado resident.

Verification accepted:

• Client Statement
• Rent Receipt
• Lease Agreement
• Mortgage Statement
• Voter Registration
• Utility Bill
• Phone Bill

3. Citizenship: An AND applicant/recipient must meet the citizenship requirements. He/she must be a citizen of the United States, a naturalized citizen, or an eligible legal resident.

Verification accepted:

• Birth Certificate
• Baptismal Certificate
• Naturalization Papers
• Passport
• Alien Registration Papers

4. Income: An AND applicant/recipient may be eligible to receive up to $200.00 per month beginning January 2009. Other income may offset the maximum AND payment. Income is considered as anything that can be used to meet expenses such as for food, clothing, or shelter. Some types of income are Social Security benefits, SSI, Veteran's Assistance, retirement pension, disability benefits, wages, etc.

Verification accepted:

1. Earned Income:
   • Check Stubs
   • Letter from Employer
   • Tax Return
2. Unearned Income:
   • Copy of Check
   • Statement from Social Security
   • Award Letter

5. Resources: An AND applicant/recipient may have countable resources up to a maximum of $2,000.00 for an individual or $3,000.00 for a married couple. Some types of resources are cash (not spent in the month you receive it), checking or savings accounts, certificates of deposits, vehicles, boats, motor homes,stocks and bonds, life insurance, burial contracts or policies, and secondary property, etc.

Verification accepted:

1. Bank Statement or Letter from the Bank
2. Vehicle Registration
3. Letter from the Broker
4. Life Insurance Policy or Letter from Life Insurance Company
5. Burial Contract or Policy
6. Tax Return
7. Letter from the Assessor's Office

Some resources may not count toward the maximum resource limit. Do not wait to apply if you do not have all verifications needed. You can gather needed information after your application has been received.

6. Application of Supplemental Security Income: Applicants/recipients of AND must apply for Supplemental Security Income benefits. You must provide verification of your application. This can be a receipt or letter from Social Security stating you applied for SSI.

How to Apply

To apply for AND, you must complete an application. If you need assistance filling out the application, you can go to your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to have someone assist you. You can:

• Print an application and mail to your local county office; or
• Call your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to have the application mailed to you; or
• Go into your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to complete the application.

Other Requirements

1. You will need to provide a doctor's form verifying your disability will last at least 6-months and a statement that your disability precludes you from working any job. You can print the doctor's form, which is called a MED 9 and take it to your doctor.
2. To receive AND benefits, you must sign an IM-14 form saying you will repay AND benefits with the SSI benefits you are eligible to receive in the same month. Your lump sum SSI check will go to the county to repay the AND program.

Aid to the Needy Disabled

The Aid To The Needy Disabled (AND) program provides cash assistance to low-income Colorado residents, age 18 to 59, who have at least a six-month total disability that precludes them from working.

What are the Benefits of the AND Program?

The goal of the program is to provide interim financial assistance while waiting for approval of Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Financial Benefits: The AND program provides financial benefits up to $200 per month beginning January 2009. Any other income such as wages, Social Security benefits (SSA), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veteran's Assistance, etc. may reduce the amount of the AND payment. The AND benefits are prorated the first month of application based on the date all eligibility requirements are met.

Medical Benefits: There are no medical benefits provided by the AND program.

Aid to the Needy Disabled With a Primary Diagnosis of Alcoholism or Drug Abuse

• Recipient is limited to 12 cumulative months in a lifetime.
• Recipient must agree to and participate in treatment.
• Recipient must submit to random testing.
• If a recipient tests positive for alcohol or drugs two times in any three-month period, the recipient is to be notified and removed from State-Only AND.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify to receive AND benefits you must meet all eligibility criteria. The complete rules and eligibility requirements may be found in 9 CCR-2503-1 - Staff Manual Volume 3 at Section 3.400. The following is a summary of the eligibility requirements and some, but not all, acceptable verifications.

1. Age: You must be between 18 and 59 years old to qualify for the AND program.

Verifications accepted:

• Birth Certificate
• Baptismal Certificate
• Statement from Social Security
• Driver's License
• Picture Identification Card
• Military Discharge Papers
• Alien Registration Card
• Naturalization Papers

2. Residency: An AND applicant/recipient must be a Colorado resident.

Verification accepted:

• Client Statement
• Rent Receipt
• Lease Agreement
• Mortgage Statement
• Voter Registration
• Utility Bill
• Phone Bill

3. Citizenship: An AND applicant/recipient must meet the citizenship requirements. He/she must be a citizen of the United States, a naturalized citizen, or an eligible legal resident.

Verification accepted:

• Birth Certificate
• Baptismal Certificate
• Naturalization Papers
• Passport
• Alien Registration Papers

4. Income: An AND applicant/recipient may be eligible to receive up to $200.00 per month beginning January 2009. Other income may offset the maximum AND payment. Income is considered as anything that can be used to meet expenses such as for food, clothing, or shelter. Some types of income are Social Security benefits, SSI, Veteran's Assistance, retirement pension, disability benefits, wages, etc.

Verification accepted:

1. Earned Income:
   • Check Stubs
   • Letter from Employer
   • Tax Return
2. Unearned Income:
   • Copy of Check
   • Statement from Social Security
   • Award Letter

5. Resources: An AND applicant/recipient may have countable resources up to a maximum of $2,000.00 for an individual or $3,000.00 for a married couple. Some types of resources are cash (not spent in the month you receive it), checking or savings accounts, certificates of deposits, vehicles, boats, motor homes,stocks and bonds, life insurance, burial contracts or policies, and secondary property, etc.

Verification accepted:

1. Bank Statement or Letter from the Bank
2. Vehicle Registration
3. Letter from the Broker
4. Life Insurance Policy or Letter from Life Insurance Company
5. Burial Contract or Policy
6. Tax Return
7. Letter from the Assessor's Office

Some resources may not count toward the maximum resource limit. Do not wait to apply if you do not have all verifications needed. You can gather needed information after your application has been received.

6. Application of Supplemental Security Income: Applicants/recipients of AND must apply for Supplemental Security Income benefits. You must provide verification of your application. This can be a receipt or letter from Social Security stating you applied for SSI.

How to Apply

To apply for AND, you must complete an application. If you need assistance filling out the application, you can go to your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to have someone assist you. You can:

• Print an application and mail to your local county office; or
• Call your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to have the application mailed to you; or
• Go into your local County Department of Social (Human) Services to complete the application.

Other Requirements

1. You will need to provide a doctor's form verifying your disability will last at least 6-months and a statement that your disability precludes you from working any job. You can print the doctor's form, which is called a MED 9 and take it to your doctor.
2. To receive AND benefits, you must sign an IM-14 form saying you will repay AND benefits with the SSI benefits you are eligible to receive in the same month. Your lump sum SSI check will go to the county to repay the AND program.

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Temporary Disability Assistance Program

Program Description:

The Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP), formerly called TEMHA, is available to help low-income, disabled Marylanders with no other resources, to obtain cash, medical, and housing assistance. The program is funded through the State of Maryland to provide help to individuals without dependent children.

Eligibility:

The TDAP program can provide cash, medical, and housing benefits to disabled individuals. Eligibility requirements include verifying the disability - a licensed medical practitioner must complete a medical report. TDAP applicants who are disabled for 12 months or more must file an application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). TDAP recipients can get help from Disability Entitlement Advocacy Program (DEAP) representatives to assist them in obtaining Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. A disability determination is made if the Social Security Administration or the State Review Team (SRT) concludes that the customer is disabled. TDAP recipients may receive benefits for only 12 months out of a 36-month period unless they are pursuing SSI or appealing an SSI decision.

Regional Variations:

Benefits and eligibility are according to TDAP program policy with one exception, Baltimore County customers who have an alcohol or substance abuse dependency receive a local supplement of $25.00.

Where to Apply:

   1. Apply at your Local Department of Social Services. Click here for a list of local departments to apply in person. You may file an application by mail, fax or other electronic means or someone may drop an application off for you.
   2. Apply online: Go to www.marylandsail.org to file your application.

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Hello.I am 44,disabled,recieving disability and in desperate need of dental work.I was in an abusive marriage for 14 yrs and became bulemic.Shortly afterwards my teeth started to decay.I have frequented a dental school in my area and a family heathcare center that both work from a sliding fee.This helps tremendously as I recieve less that 900 a month.The problem is the appointments are available months in between and in the meantime my pain is worse.I have a top partial which is ill fiting,a chipped front tooth I acquired a couple of years ago after having a sezuire and had fixed 4 times but it keeps breaking because aI need a crown I cant afford.I also have only 4 teeth at the bottom.I am in pain most of the time from my teeth and even pulled one out myself using clove oil as anethesia.I dont know what to do and where to turn.1 brick wall after another.I dont go out unless its necessary because I am so embarrased.Someone please help.I am afraid I cant go on this way

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New Long Term Care Website Launched

Governor M. Jodi Rell announced today that Connecticut has launched a new consumer-friendly website--www.ct.gov/longtermcare--to help persons of all ages and health status, caregivers and professional providers locate critically needed services.


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http://www.helpwithhousing.org/

Click the link to learn what they do, what repairs are included ,who they serve and the different counties they offer their services to. 

OUR MISSION:

The mission of Help With Housing, a 501c(3) corporation is to provide funding, labor and materials to make necessary repairs to the homes of qualified underprivileged and disabled homeowners in Clarke, Warren, Shenandoah, Page, and Frederick Counties and the City of Winchester in order that these homes remain livable.

OUR CLIENTS:

We serve low-income, elderly and disabled homeowners in Clarke, Frederick, Page, Shenandoah, and Warren Counties and the City of Winchester.

I am 41, married for 19years to my childhood sweetheart and a mother of 3. My family and i know about hard times it haw seemed over the years that when things start going good something happens.Shortly after my husband &I were married he became very ill. We still proceeded in starting a business of building custom homes with in 4years he underwent a surgery that we were told would cure him.Instead the surgen turned out to be not even licensed in the medical field and had pulled a scam since he came to america(Doctor Death of Australia).This doctor had started in NY hospital he left alot dead there and they recommended him out west in Oregon/Washington and they recommended the doctor to Australia were they decided to convict him for the 23 deaths he caused there. Anyways my husband was completely disabled by 27 the two years were of him in hospitals correcting the first surgery.We lost everything and we traded places he stayed home(when he wasnt in the hospital 32major surgeries from sternum to tail bone, in 11 years) i went to work. all start to come together again finially and then our roof started to leak real badly, so i was on the roof replacing it i fell in with only half of me. i spent the next 8mo. in pain and having a lot of problems.I finially got refered to another doctor and found out that i needed my pelvic fused on both sides.I have been in and out of hospitals for the last few years myself with  problems and have not been able to work for the past 3 1/2years. i used up all my stocks, life insurance, 401k, savings, and my disability insurance that i had through work until i got accepted on social security disability. the back pay i got i had to give to the temp disability insurance that i carried through my last job(Hartford).We now are about to loose our home it has been sold and the new owner does not want to rent the home out so we need to find another that will fit a family of 5 on our income. Section 8 is full and has a waiting list that goes out for 7years, HUD says they are not taking any more on the list because they are years out also.I dont know what to do. we have gotten bad credit these last couple years due to my medical bills we also have now a DV on record with the police because of the stress we were agrueing loudly and our neighbors were not use to such things from us so they thought something was happening at our house.I dont know what to do i have always been the one to take care of everything and make everything alright; i was the fixer of everything but i am now unable to do it now with my own problems of not being able to stand, walk, sit or do anything much with out hurting badly at time i hurt so bad i can not get out of bed to stand on my feet much less roll to my side or lift my legs. i make it with care maybe 3-4days then i am down for as many. I hate it. i feel like screeming at the top of my lungs, just screech.lol. if anyone knows what i can do i would appreciate it.

There are several alternatives for DMV services. You might not even need to go to a DMV Office. In addition to this website, you can obtain information from the Telephone Service Center at 800-777-0133.

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If you do need to visit a DMV office, you can make an appointment by calling the Telephone Service Center at 800-777-0133 or by using our online Appointment(s) service.

The TTY for Speech and Hearing Impaired Only - Toll free: 800-368-4327

Persons with speech or hearing impairments can call, toll free: 800-368-4327 for assistance on DMV services. Only typed messages from another TTY are received and responded to at this number.

Conducting Business with Your Service Animal

Your service animal may accompany you into the DMV Office. You are required to comply with county or city ordinances regarding leash laws, so your service animal must be leashed when inside the DMV office, if the local ordinances require it. If your animal poses a direct threat to the health or safety of other people, you will be asked to remove your animal from the office.

Although the service animal is not required to wear an identifying harness or special collar, you may be asked if the animal is a service animal or what tasks the animal has been trained to perform. You may not be refused service because you are accompanied by your service animal.

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Check out DMV's alternative methods for completing the Drivers License written examination.

Note: To allow you sufficient time for testing DMV will not be administering written or audio exams after 4:30 p.m.

Telephone Service Centers-Call Toll Free: 800-777-0133.

At this number you may speak to a DMV specialist to either address your concern by phone, or help make the specific arrangements to obtain DMV services at one of the offices. You can get information on nearly all services available at DMV, such as:

• Vehicle Registration
• How to obtain a license
• Where to take a driver license examination
• What to expect at that examination
• DUI restrictions and much more

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All DMV Offices have a "Start Here" sign. When visiting a DMV office you may ask for any special assistance you may need because of your disability.

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Each DMV Office has a counter specifically designated to accommodate disabled persons. The "Start Here" counter personnel can direct you or you can go directly to the counter designated with a disabled logo.

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You may ask to speak to the Office Manager at any DMV Office that you call or visit. DMV Office Managers are trained to assist disabled customers that may require special arrangements.

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All DMV Driver Safety Office listings now include a map showing where the disabled parking and building access is for that specific office.

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It is the policy of the City of Chicago to address the high rate of unemployment of people with disabilities based on stereotypes by advocating the utilization of small businesses that are owned and operated by persons with disabilities. The City of Chicago plans to use all lawful means to encourage the participation of certified BEPDs on City of Chicago contracts. As a result, the City of Chicago is seeking to create a pool of certified firms that are BEPDs in order to facilitate this process. The Department of Procurement Services (DPS) facilitates the BEPD certification process.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BEPD Certification

• What is BEPD Certification?
  Certification is the process through which the City examines the ownership and control of businesses seeking designation as a Business Enterprise Owned and Operated by People with Disabilities.
• How can I become certified as a BEPD?
  The Business Enterprise Owned by People with Disabilities (BEPD) Certification is the process through which the City examines the ownership and control of businesses seeking designation as City-certified BEPDs.
• Where do I get a copy of the BEPD certification application?
  The certification application is available in the Bid & Bond Room, City Hall, Room 301, or the information can be downloaded from the DPS website at: www.cityofchicago.org/Procurement

  To apply for BEPD Certification, please fill out the Schedule G (Physician's Affidavit) and submit the completed form to:
  Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities
  Attention: Carolyn Jones, Assistant Commissioner
  121 N. LaSalle Street, Room 1104
  Chicago, IL 60602
  Phone: 312-744-7071 (v); 312-744-4964 (tty)
  Fax: 312-744-3314

  Once the Schedule G form is reviewed and approved, individuals can then submit the Schedule A form to the Department of Procurement Services.

• Is there a cost to becoming certified?
  No. There is no cost for the certification or recertification process.

For more information, visit the Department of Procurement Services link below.

Department of Procurement Services Website

Definition of Disability: Federal laws define a person with a disability as "Any person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; has a record of such impairment; or is regarded as having such an impairment."

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In general, a physical or mental impairment includes hearing, mobility and visual impairments, chronic alcoholism, chronic mental illness, AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, and mental retardation that substantially limits one or more major life activities. Major life activities include walking, talking, hearing, seeing, breathing, learning, performing manual tasks, and caring for oneself.

Disability Rights in Private and Public Housing: Regardless of whether you live in private or public housing, Federal laws provide the following rights to persons with disabilities:

• Prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities. It is unlawful for a housing provider to refuse to rent or sell to a person simply because of a disability. A housing provider may not impose different application or qualification criteria, rental fees or sales prices, and rental or sales terms or conditions than those required of or provided to persons who are not disabled.
  
  Example: A housing provider may not refuse to rent to an otherwise qualified individual with a mental disability because s/he is uncomfortable with the individual's disability. Such an act would violate the Fair Housing Act because it denies a person housing solely on the basis of their disability.
  
  
• Requires housing providers to make reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. A reasonable accommodation is a change in rules, policies, practices, or services so that a person with a disability will have an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling unit or common space. A housing provider should do everything s/he can to assist, but s/he is not required to make changes that would fundamentally alter the program or create an undue financial and administrative burden. Reasonable accommodations may be necessary at all stages of the housing process, including application, tenancy, or to prevent eviction.
  
  Example: A housing provider would make a reasonable accommodation for a tenant with mobility impairment by fulfilling the tenant's request for a reserved parking space in front of the entrance to their unit, even though all parking is unreserved.
  
  
• Requires housing providers to allow persons with disabilities to make reasonable modifications. A reasonable modification is a structural modification that is made to allow persons with disabilities the full enjoyment of the housing and related facilities.
  
  Examples of a reasonable modification would include allowing a person with a disability to: install a ramp into a building, lower the entry threshold of a unit, or install grab bars in a bathroom.
  
  Reasonable modifications are usually made at the resident's expense. However, there are resources available for helping fund building modifications. Additionally, if you live in Federally assisted housing the housing provider may be required to pay for the modification if it does not amount to an undue financial and administrative burden. For more information, see the Reasonable Accommodations section of the Section 504 Frequently Asked Questions page.
  
  
• Requires that new covered multifamily housing be designed and constructed to be accessible. In covered multifamily housing consisting of 4 or more units with an elevator built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991, all units must comply with the following seven design and construction requirements of the Fair Housing Act:
  • Accessible Entrance on an Accessible Route
  • Accessible Public and Common-Use Areas
  • Usable Doors
  • Accessible Route Into and Through the Dwelling Unit
  • Accessible Light Switches, Electrical Outlets, Thermostats, and Environmental Controls
  • Reinforced Walls in Bathrooms
  • Usable Kitchens and Bathrooms

In covered multifamily housing without an elevator that consists of 4 or more units built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991, all ground floor units must comply with the Fair Housing Act seven design and construction requirements.

For information on how to comply with the physical accessibility requirements of the Fair Housing Act, visit the Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST Web site.

These requirements apply to most public and private housing. However, there are limited exemptions for owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units, single-family housing sold or rented without the use of a broker, and housing operated by organizations and private clubs that limit occupancy to members.

If you live in Federally assisted multifamily housing consisting of 5 or more units, 5 percent of these units (or at least one unit whichever is greater) must meet more stringent physical accessibility requirements. Additionally, 2 percent of units (or at least one unit whichever is greater) must be accessible for persons with visual or hearing disabilities. For more information,visit Section 504 Questions and Answers.

People with Disabilities in Federally Assisted Housing: Federal law makes it illegal for an otherwise qualified individual with a disability to be excluded, solely because of his or her disability, from programs receiving federal financial assistance. For more information on the rights of persons with disabilities in federally assisted housing as well as the responsibilities of housing providers who receive federal financial assistance, visit our Section 504: Disability Rights in HUD Programs site.

Zoning and Land Use: It is unlawful for local governments to utilize land use and zoning policies to keep persons with disabilities from locating to their area. For more information, see the Joint Statement of DOJ and HUD on Group Homes, Local Land Use, and the Fair Housing Act.

State and Local Laws: Many states and localities have fair housing laws that are substantially equivalent to the Federal Fair Housing Act. Some of these laws prohibit discrimination on additional bases, such as source of income or marital status. Some of these laws may impose more stringent design and construction standards for new multifamily housing.

The Americans with Disabilities Act: In most cases, the ADA does not apply to residential housing. Rather, the ADA applies to places of public accommodation such as restaurants, retail stores, libraries, and hospitals as well as commercial facilities such as offices buildings, warehouses, and factories. However, Title III of the ADA covers public and common use areas at housing developments when these public areas are, by their nature, open to the general public. For example, it covers the rental office since the rental office is open to the general public.

Title II of the ADA applies to all programs, services, and activities provided or made available by public entities. This includes housing when the housing is provided or made available by a public entity. For example, housing covered by Title II of the ADA includes public housing authorities that meet the ADA definition of "public entity," and housing operated by States or units of local government, such as housing on a State university campus.

For more information on the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Department of Justice ADA Home Page.

File a Complaint: To file a complaint or for information on how HUD processes housing discrimination complaints, see Fair Housing-It's Your Right.

Food Stamps

The Food Stamp Program issues monthly benefits that can be used to purchase food at authorized retail food stores. Food stamp benefits help low-income working people, senior citizens, the disabled and others feed their families.

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

The Low-Income (HEAP) is a federally funded program that assists eligible households in meeting their home energy needs.

Homeless Housing Programs

OTDA administers an array of programs to address homelessness in New York State. These range from programs to prevent homelessness to the actual construction of housing for homeless persons.

Refugee and Immigrant Assistance (BRIA)

BRIA is the single state agency responsible for the implementation of services to refugees and for the administration of programs targeted at immigrants.

Temporary Assistance (TA)

TA is temporary help for needy men, women and children. If you are unable to work, can't find a job, or your job does not pay enough, TA may be able to help you pay for your expenses.

Child Support Enforcement

The Division of Child Support Enforcement is the single State agency designated to supervise the administration of the State's child support enforcement program.

Electronic Benefits Transfer System (EBT)

EBT is the method by which the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) delivers cash and food stamp benefits to New York State's recipient population.

Eat Smart New York (ESNY)

The Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program (FSNEP) is about building partnerships.

Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

The Federal and State Earned Income Tax Credits are refundable tax benefits for working people with low or moderate incomes.

Employment and Advancement Services

OTDA supports an array of services to assist Temporary Assistance and Food Stamp applicants and recipients in securing and retaining employment and achieving self sufficiency.

Resources for Working Families

OTDA promotes a number of work supports that you may qualify for if you are employed and having difficulty making ends meet.

Fair Hearings

A Fair Hearing is a chance for you to tell an Administrative Law Judge (from the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of Administrative Hearings) why you think a decision about your case made by a local social services agency is wrong.

Fatherhood Initiative

The NYS Strengthening Families through Stronger Fathers Initiative bridges the gap between employment programs, welfare programs and child support policies.

Noncustodial Parent New York State Earned Income Tax Credit

This new initiative address the needs of low-income working noncustodial parents in an attempt to help them become more involved in the economic and social well-being of their children.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

VITA is a free program to help low- and medium-income workers to have their taxes prepared and electronically filed at no cost.

SSI/Social Security Disability Determinations

The Division of Disability Determinations (DDD) makes medical determinations on disability claims filed with the Social Security Administration's Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income Disability programs.

OTDA Common Forms and Applications

Forms and Applications available from OTDA

How to apply for services

Information on how to apply for OTDA supported services

 

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What is CAP?

The Nebraska Client Assistance Program (CAP) is a free service to help you find solutions if you are having problems with any of the following programs:

Vocational Rehabilitation, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired or Centers for Independent Living.

CAP acts independently of any agency which provides services to you.

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What Can CAP Do For You?

• inform and advise you of benefits available under the Rehabilitation Act
• provide information on Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act
• assist and advocate for you through the appeal process and in relationships with agencies providing services to you
• help you communicate your concerns to your counselor
• help you resolve your concerns if you disagree with a decision
• help you understand agency rules, regulations, and procedures
• protect your rights under the Federal Rehabilitation Act

Your Rights as a Client or an Applicant

• to make informed choices about your job goal, objectives, services, service providers and ways of getting services
• to be a full partner in the development of your rehabilitation program
• to have a parent, family member, guardian, advocate, or an authorized person help develop your rehabilitation program if you want or need this support
• to receive services in integrated settings to them maximum extent possible
• to a review of any decision about providing you or not provide you with services

Do You Have Questions or Concerns About the Services You Are Receiving?

Contact the Client Assistance Program (CAP)

in Lincoln:
471-3656 V/TT or
in Nebraska but outside Lincoln, toll free:
1-800-742-7594 V/TT

Client Assistance Program
301 Centennial Mall South, Box 94987
Lincoln, Nebraska 68509

e-mail: victoria.rasmussen@cap.ne.gov

Hotline For Disability Services

The Hotline provides information and referral to Nebraskans who have questions or concerns related to a disability. This includes information about rehabilitation services, transportation, special parking permits, legal rights, and any other questions related to a disability, call: 1-800-742-7594 V/TT, (Lincoln) 471-0801 V/TT or e-mail victoria.rasmussen@cap.ne.gov OR shari.bahensky@cap.ne.gov.

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Disclaimer

Information on this Web site is only intended to be general agency/program summary information that is made available to the public. The Client Assistance Program does not endorse any of the agencies or programs listed on this Web site. Conclusions drawn from, or actions undertaken on the basis of this information listed are the sole responsibility of the user. All of the information on this Web site is believed to be accurate and reliable, however, the Client Assistance Program assumes no responsibility for any errors appearing in the information. The Client Assistance Program is aware there are additional resources that are not listed here. Please feel free to call 800-742-7594 if you would like to recommend a listing for the Directory.

• What is the Medicaid Buy-In Program for Working People with Disabilities?
  • The Medicaid Buy-In program offers Medicaid coverage to people with disabilities who are working, and earning more than the allowable limits for regular Medicaid, the opportunity to retain their health care coverage through Medicaid. This program allows working people with disabilities to earn more income without the risk of losing vital health care coverage.
  
  
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• Who is eligible?
  • To qualify for the Medicaid Buy-In program for Working People with Disabilities you must:
    • Be a resident of New York State;
    • Be at least 16 years of age (coverage up to 65 years of age);
    • Have a disability as defined by the Social Security Administration;
    • Be engaged in paid work (includes part-time and full-time work);
    • Have a gross income that may be as high as $55,188 for an individual and $73,884 for a couple; and
    • Have non-exempt resources that do not exceed the Medicaid resource level of $13,800 for an individual and $20,100 for a couple.

• Who will determine if I have a disability?
  • The Disability Review Team at the local Social Security Administration (SSA) office determines disability for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. A determination of disability by SSA will be accepted as proof of disability for the Medicaid Buy-In program for Working People with Disabilities. If you have not been certified disabled through SSA, you will need to have a disability review done by New York State Disability Review Team. Your local social services district worker (county social services worker) is available to advise you of the process.

• What if I already work, meet the Social Security Administration's definition of being disabled, and receive Medicaid coverage with a monthly spenddown?
  • If you are already working and receive Medicaid coverage with a monthly spenddown and meet the Social Security Administration's definition of disabled, you still have the option of participating in the Medicaid Buy-In Program for Working People with Disabilities.

• Will I have to pay a premium for coverage?
  • It depends on how much income you have. There may be a modest premium based on your income. This determination will be made when you apply for the program. At the present time, there is a moratorium on premiums.

• What are Community Work Incentive Coordinators (CWICs)?
  • Community Work Incentive Coordinators (CWICs) work under a project called Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) that is sponsored by the Social Security Administration. CWICs are individuals who help people with disabilities make the most of programs that are offered. CWICs know about programs such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicaid and Medicare. They can help you make choices about employment options that are best for you. To find a CWIC in your area:
    • Call your local Social Security Administration office or
    • Call the Statewide Technical Assistance Line toll-free at (888) 224-3272 TDD (716) 847-1322 or
    • Visit the SSA website at https://secure.ssa.gov/apps10/oesp/providers.nsf/bystate

• What if I already have health insurance through my employer?
  • If you have health insurance coverage through your employer, you should keep the insurance and talk with your local social services district worker. Medicaid may cover the cost of the premium for that insurance coverage. If you have family coverage through your employer you may wish to keep that coverage as the Medicaid Buy-In program for Working People with Disabilities does not offer family coverage.

• If I enroll in the Medicaid Buy-In program for Working People with Disabilities, will my family also be covered?
  • Single people and married couples, if both individuals are working and disabled, are covered under this program. Spouses without a disability and children may be covered through other comprehensive State insurance programs such as Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus, and/or the Healthy New York Program.

• Will I be given the option to choose Managed Care?
  • Participants in the Medicaid Buy-In program for Working People with Disabilities will be given the option to choose managed care if their income is below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level.

• Where can I apply for the Medicaid Buy-In Program for Working People with Disabilities?
  • Applications must be completed and submitted to your Local Department of Social Services office.

• If I am getting SSI checks along with Medicaid coverage and I begin working and earning enough money to stop the SSI checks, will I also lose my Medicaid coverage?
  • Currently, if you receive SSI payments and begin earning enough money to stop SSI cash payments, you may still be able to keep Medicaid coverage under a federal work incentive program known as 1619(b). A working person with a disability in New York State in 2009 may have up to $43,421 in income before losing Medicaid coverage.
    
    Under 1619(b), if your gross earnings are higher than $43,421 you may qualify for a higher threshold. An Individual Threshold can be calculated for you by the Social Security Administration office if you have:
    • Impairment-related work expenses
    • Blind work expenses
    • A Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS)
    • Publicly funded attendant or personal care; or
    • Medical expenses above the State per capita amount

    If you lose eligibility for Medicaid under 1619(b), you should contact your Local Department of Social Services office immediately to see if you qualify for the Medicaid Buy-in program for Working People with Disabilities.

• Who can tell me if I am eligible?
  • Your Local Department of Social Services will review your application and tell you if you are eligible for the program. Please make sure you bring the information required to complete the application.

Other Helpful Resources

For information regarding this and other Medicaid programs

• Call the Medicaid Help line at 1-800-541-2831 or TDD 1-800-662-1220
• Contact your Local Department of Social Services Office

For more information about the Social Security Administration's (SSA) work incentives programs, such as 1619(a) and 1619(b).

• Call toll free 1-800-772-1213
• Contact your local Social Security office
• Visit the SSA web site at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/redbook/eng/guide-employment-supports.htm#13 and http://www.socialsecurity.gov/redbook/eng/guide-employment-supports.htm#19.

To locate a Community Work Incentive Coordinator (CWIC) near you or to find out more information about how work will affect your benefits:

• Call the Statewide Technical Assistance Line toll-free (888) 224-3272 or TDD (716) 847-1322
• Visit the SSA website at https://secure.ssa.gov/apps10/oesp/providers.nsf/bystate
• Call an Independent Living Center in your area (LINK to ILC directory:
  http://www.nysilc.org/directory.htm)

The State Disability Assistance (SDA) program provides cash assistance to disabled adults to help them pay for living expenses such as rent, heat, utilities, clothing, food and personal care items. A person is considered disabled for SDA purposes if he/she:

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• Receives certain other disability-related benefits (such as Medicaid based on disability or blindness).
• Resides in a special facility (such as a licensed Adult Foster Care Home).
• Is certified by DHS medical consultants as unable to work due to a mental or physical disability for at least 90 days.

SDA may also be provided to the caretaker of a disabled person or to a person age 65 or older. An SDA group can be either a single person or spouses who live together.

"Disabled" for SDA Purposes

A person is considered "disabled" for SDA purposes if he/she:

• receives certain other disability-related benefits (such as Medicaid based on disability or blindness, or SSI, etc.), or
• resides in a special facility (such as a licensed Adult Foster Care Home, or a Substance Abuse Treatment Center), or
• is certified by DHS medical consultants as unable to work due to a mental or physical disability for at least 90 days.

SDA Residency Requirements

A person must be a Michigan resident and intend to remain in Michigan and not be receiving cash assistance from another state.

Citizenship Requirements

A person must be a U.S. citizen or have an acceptable alien status to qualify for SDA.

Asset Limits

Assets are cash or any other personal or real property you own. The asset limit for SDA is $3,000. Only cash assets are counted, such as:

• Cash on hand
• Bank and credit union accounts
• Investments
• Retirement plans
• Trusts

Assets such as your home, vehicles and personal belongings are not counted.

Countable Income

Most types of earned and unearned income are counted. Countable income is considered when determining the amount of SDA you are eligible to receive. Some examples of countable income are:

• Wages
• Self-employment earnings
• Rental Income
• Social Security Benefits
• Veterans benefits

Potential Benefits

SDA clients must apply for any other benefits they may be able to receive, such as:

• Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (RSDI)
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
• Worker's Compensation Benefits
• Veteran's Administration Benefits
• Railroad Retirement Benefits
• Other types of benefits (e.g., Black Lung benefits, Railroad unemployment benefits, Pension payments, Disability or retirement benefits, Earned but unpaid wages, Strike pay, Vacation pay or Supplemental unemployment benefit)

SDA clients must also be willing to sign an agreement to repay SDA benefits, when required, if lump sums or retroactive payments are expected.

There are other eligibility requirements you must meet to receive SDA that are not outlined here.

Only an Eligibility Specialist at DHS can accurately determine your family's eligibility for SDA. Ask for details when turning in a completed application at your local DHS County Office.

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