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Resource Center

Helpful Links

Find trusted links to programs, services, and organizations offering support and information for the disabled.

Housing Assistance for Claimants

HUD Housing Choice Voucher Program

Access federal rental vouchers to lower your rent.

Housing Assistance for Claimants

Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Grants

Prevent eviction with Emergency Rental Assistance grants.

Housing Assistance for Claimants

HUD Housing Counseling Program

Receive housing counseling and support services.

Utility Bill Relief & Energy Assistance

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Apply for LIHEAP for bill-payment help.

Utility Bill Relief & Energy Assistance

LIHEAP Crisis Intervention Services

Access LIHEAP crisis intervention services.

Utility Bill Relief & Energy Assistance

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Get home weatherization for energy efficiency.

Food & Nutrition Support

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

Enroll in SNAP for monthly food benefits.

Food & Nutrition Support

USDA Food Bank Locator

Locate emergency food banks nationwide.

Food & Nutrition Support

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Apply for WIC nutrition support for women and children.

Financing: Grants & Low-Interest Loans

Grants.gov

Search federal grants for disability assistance.

Financing: Grants & Low-Interest Loans

USDA Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants

Apply for USDA repair loans and grants.

Financing: Grants & Low-Interest Loans

SBA Microloan Program

Obtain small business microloans for caregivers.

Accessible Transportation Resources

ADA Complementary Paratransit Info (FTA)

Learn about ADA paratransit eligibility and services.

Accessible Transportation Resources

Reduced Fare Transit Programs

Find discounted transit fares for disabilities.

Accessible Transportation Resources

Medicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)

Arrange non-emergency medical transport via Medicaid.

Emergency Services & Crisis Support

FEMA Individuals & Households Program

Apply for FEMA disaster relief grants.

Emergency Services & Crisis Support

SAMHSA National Helpline

Call for 24/7 substance abuse & mental health support.

Emergency Services & Crisis Support

DisasterAssistance.gov

Find federal disaster assistance resources.

Caregiver Tips & Next Steps

Caregiver.gov

Explore resources for family caregivers.

Caregiver Tips & Next Steps

Eldercare Locator

Find local eldercare services and support.

Caregiver Tips & Next Steps

USA.gov Caregivers

Access government resources for caregivers.

Work and Jobs

CareerOneStop Job Search Toolkit

Find local and remote job listings, build resumes, and prepare for interviews.

Work and Jobs

USAJOBS

Search federal job openings with disability accommodations.

Work and Jobs

Department of Labor’s Find a Job

Streamlined job-matching service with labor market insights.

Job Training & Skill Building

Apprenticeship.gov

Explore apprenticeship opportunities in various industries.

Job Training & Skill Building

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

Locate American Job Center services and training grants.

Job Training & Skill Building

O*NET Online

Research career requirements and training pathways.

GED & Adult Education

USA.gov Adult Education & Literacy

State-by-state directory of free adult education classes.

GED & Adult Education

LINCS

Access professional development and learner resources.

GED & Adult Education

ED’s Adult Education and Family Literacy Act

Overview of AEFLA grants and state program contacts.

Child & Family Services

ChildCare.gov

Locate quality, subsidized child care options in your area.

Child & Family Services

Head Start & Early Head Start

Comprehensive early childhood development programs for low-income families.

Child & Family Services

Child Welfare Information Gateway

Guidance on adoption, foster care, and family preservation services.

Seniors & Aging Services

Eldercare Locator

Find local aging-services support—from meal programs to in-home care.

Seniors & Aging Services

Medicare.gov

Compare plans, find providers, and learn about benefits under Medicare.

Seniors & Aging Services

Administration for Community Living (ACL)

Grants and programs to promote senior wellness and independence.

Disability Support Services

Disability.gov

Central hub for disability policy, benefits, and community programs.

Disability Support Services

ADA.gov

Guidance on ADA compliance and rights.

Disability Support Services

Ticket to Work Program

Free employment services for Social Security disability beneficiaries.

Health & Wellness

HealthCare.gov

Enroll in or compare health insurance plans, including Medicaid and CHIP.

Health & Wellness

Healthfinder.gov

Trusted health tips, tools, and screening guidelines from HHS.

Health & Wellness

SAMHSA National Helpline

24/7, free and confidential treatment referral and information.

Animal Care & Pet Support

Ready.gov Pets

Guidance on making a disaster plan that includes your pets.

Animal Care & Pet Support

USDA APHIS Animal Welfare

Information on animal welfare standards and licensing.

Animal Care & Pet Support

FEMA Animal & Livestock Services

Emergency assistance for animal shelters, boarding, and veterinary care.

Legal Assistance

Legal Services Corporation (LSC)

Locate federally funded legal aid providers in your state.

Legal Assistance

Office of Child Support Enforcement

Guidance on child support cases and representation.

Legal Assistance

U.S. Courts Self-Help Resources

Court forms and pro se assistance for federal cases.

Eviction Support

HUD Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA)

Local ERA contacts and application portals.

Eviction Support

Department of Justice – Eviction Protection

Information on tenants’ rights and DOJ-supported litigation.

Eviction Support

CFPB Tenant Rights

FAQs and complaint portal for unlawful evictions.

Immigration & Refugee Services

U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS)

Apply for visas, green cards, and citizenship.

Immigration & Refugee Services

Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)

Benefits and social services for refugees.

Immigration & Refugee Services

DOJ Immigration Legal Assistance

Directory of pro bono immigration attorneys.

Advocacy & Policy Updates

Regulations.gov

Track and comment on active federal rulemakings.

Advocacy & Policy Updates

Congress.gov

Search bills, resolutions, and committee hearings.

Advocacy & Policy Updates

White House Presidential Actions

Official announcements of new executive actions.

Housing

VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant

Funds home modifications for service-connected disabled veterans and their families.

Housing

HUD-VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH)

Combines HUD rental vouchers with VA case management for long-term stability.

Housing

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Offers rapid rehousing and eviction prevention for veteran households.

Health

VA Caregiver Support Program

Provides education, respite care, and peer support for family caregivers.

Health

Family Caregiver Telehealth Services

Connects caregivers with VA providers via secure video for training and support.

Health

Make the Connection

Offers peer stories and tools to support veteran and caregiver mental wellness.

Legal

VA Fiduciary Program

Appoints fiduciaries to manage benefits for veterans needing assistance.

Legal

Board of Veterans’ Appeals

Facilitates appeals of VA benefit decisions with caregiver involvement.

Legal

Legal Services Corporation – Veterans Fact Sheet

Locates legal aid offices specializing in veterans’ issues and benefits.

Animal Companion Services

VA Service & Companion Animals

Details policy and eligibility for service and emotional support animals.

Animal Companion Services

VA Prosthetics & Sensory Aids Service – Service Animals

Provides VA-funded training programs for service dogs aiding veterans.

Animal Companion Services

USA.gov Emotional Support Animal Overview

Explains federal laws and guidelines for emotional support animals.

Device Assistance

Lifeline Program (FCC)

Discounted phone/broadband and low-cost devices for eligible caregivers and claimants.

Device Assistance

TRS Equipment Distribution (FCC)

Free assistive communication phones and accessories for those with hearing/speech disabilities.

Device Assistance

VA Telehealth Device Loan Program

Loaned tablets and video equipment for VA telehealth visits by veterans and caregivers.

Free WiFi/Hotspots

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

Monthly discounts on broadband and device credits for low-income households.

Free WiFi/Hotspots

ConnectHomeUSA

Free or reduced-cost internet for HUD-assisted households and their caregivers.

Free WiFi/Hotspots

Public Library Hotspot Lending

Library hotspot and tablet lending programs funded by IMLS grants.

Tech Help & Digital Literacy

USA.gov Digital Literacy Guides

Online tutorials for email, benefits applications, and safe Wi-Fi usage.

Tech Help & Digital Literacy

Digital Equity Act Grants

Federal grants supporting community digital literacy workshops.

Tech Help & Digital Literacy

IMLS-Funded Library Tech Programs

In-person and virtual tech-help sessions at libraries powered by IMLS.

FAQs

Benefits.gov FAQ

Common questions on federal benefit programs for caregivers and claimants.

FAQs

ACL Caregiver FAQs

Respite, stipend, and training FAQs for family caregivers.

FAQs

VA Caregiver Support Program FAQs

Eligibility and stipend FAQs for VA caregivers.

Downloadable Guides

Understanding SSI (SSA)

Step-by-step guide to SSI eligibility and application.

Downloadable Guides

Medicare & You Handbook

Annual Medicare benefits and cost planning guide.

Downloadable Guides

Family Caregiver Toolkit (ACL)

Checklists and tools for coordinating family care.

Forms

SSA Adult Disability Form (SSA-3368)

Functional report form for SSDI applications.

Forms

VA Form 10-10CG

Application for VA family caregiver program.

Forms

HUD ERA Application Form

HUD’s emergency rental assistance application.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

SSA SSDI Overview & Apply

Eligibility, work-credit requirements, and start SSDI claim with caregiver tips.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

Disability Starter Kit

Checklist and instructions for SSDI application and evidence gathering.

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

Blue Book Listing of Impairments

SSA criteria for disabling conditions to help document evidence.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

SSA SSI Program Details

Income/resource rules, living arrangements, and caregiver documentation needs.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

SSI Application Help

Printable SSI application and guidance on required documentation.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

SSA Red Book (Living Arrangements)

Guide on how household setup affects SSI payments and documentation.

Retirement & Survivors Benefits

Retirement Benefits Guide

How to apply for retirement and spousal benefits; maximize payments.

Retirement & Survivors Benefits

Survivors Benefits Overview

Eligibility and application for survivors benefits with caregiver support.

Retirement & Survivors Benefits

Spousal & Divorced-Spouse Benefits

Rules for spouse and ex-spouse benefits and timing strategies.

Medicare & Medicaid Enrollment

Medicare Enrollment by SSA

Enroll in Part A/Part B when filing SSDI or at 65; caregiver reminders.

Medicare & Medicaid Enrollment

Medicaid State Program Finder

Locate state Medicaid offices and verify SSI eligibility for coverage.

Medicare & Medicaid Enrollment

Medicare & You Handbook

Annual guide to Medicare benefits, preventive services, and cost savings.

Appeals & Hearings

SSA Appeals Process

Four-step SSDI/SSI appeal process with deadlines and representation rights.

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