Disability and Special Needs Information and Resources in the U.S.

APPLYING FOR DISABILITY

SSI and SSDI are two different programs

An Explanation of the Rules of SSI

How To Apply For Disability Without a Lawyer

Things to Know Before Applying for SSI

Be Prepared Long Before Filing for Disability Benefits

32 Support Documents that Can Help Your Disability Case

How To Describe Your Activities When You Apply for Disability

How to Stay In Touch with Your Disability Examiner

How to Survive Financially While Waiting for Disability Approval

How to Greatly Increase Your Chances of Disability Approval

Section 8 Secrets for People with Disabilities

What Are Disabled Adult Child Benefits?

DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT

Social Security Administration Rules for Working While Disabled

How You Can (and can’t) Make Money While on SSI

Social Security Disability Entrepreneurship and Starting a Business on Disability Income

Job Accommodation Network– JAN’s trusted consultants offer one-on-one guidance on workplace accommodations, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related legislation, and self-employment and entrepreneurship options for people with disabilities. Assistance is available both over the phone and online.

The Campaign for Disability Employment Resources for Job Seekers & Employees

Job-Hunting Tips for Adults With Disabilities

DISABILITY HOUSING

How to Determine Rent if You Live with the Homeowner (SSI Regulations)

How Much Rent You Pay Affects Your SSI If you do not pay your share of household expenses, your SSI check is lowered by up to one-third. This is called “In-Kind Support and Maintenance.” See link for details on how to determine which household expenses count, and how to determine your share.

First Time Home Buyer FAQ
https://www.redfin.com/down-payment/first-time-home-buyer

Ultimate Guide to Home Remodeling for People with Disabilities
https://www.yourbestdigs.com/guide/disability

Grants for Home Modification: 16 Resources for Homeowners with Disabilities
https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/grants-for-home-modification/

Everything You Need to Know About Disability Home Loan Grants
https://listwithclever.com/real-estate-blog/disability-home-loan-grants/

Renters’ Rights and Housing Assistance for People with Disabilities
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MISCELLANEOUS DISABILITY ISSUES

How to Pay Rent While Waiting for an SSI Approval or Redetermination

Be My Eyes is a free app that connects blind and low-vision people with sighted volunteers and company representatives for visual assistance via live video calls.

SNAP/EBT/Food Stamps Elderly or Disabled Rules

Resources for the Homebound

How State In-Home Care Works & How to Apply

What Counts as a Medical Expense for Different Programs

How to Get an Assessment for Medical Equipment

Insta-cart Grocery Delivery Service

SNAP/EBT and Medicaid cardholders get a discount on Amazon Prime.

Third-Party Special Needs Trust and ABLE Accounts

Third-Party Special Needs Trust and ABLE Account Rules

FOR STUDENTS

Free Math and Computing Resources for Special Needs Students in K-12

ADHD Resources

Tips for Students With Fibromyalgia & ME/CFS

Documenting Disabilities for Standardized Tests

Accommodations for CLEP Exams– CLEP exams are an excellent way to get college credits without actually taking the college class.  If you do well enough on the exam, it shows that you understand the subject well enough that you don’t need to take the class.

Many College Degrees Can be Completed Entirely Online

College and College Prep with a Learning Disability

Helps to Succeed in College as a Learning Disabled Student

College Students and Disability Law

INCLUSIVE VACATION IDEAS