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2009 Social Security Changes
(Separate Website)
Fact sheet
By: Social Security Administration
A Manual on SSI/SSDI for Prisoners and Their Advocates
(Separate Website)
This manual explains the application process and the reconsideration and appeals processes. Information on how incarceration affects your SSI/SSDI benefits is included along with sample letters of advocacy.
By: Legal Services for Prisoners with Children
AIDS Law Manual: Public Benefits
(Separate Website)
This manual is intended to be legal information, and should not be considered as legal advice. Individuals should consult with an attorney.
By: AIDS Legal Referral Panel
Appeal the Decision on Your Social Security Disability Claim Online
(Separate Website)
This is the starting point to request a review of our medical decision about your eligibility for disability benefits.
By: United States Social Security Administration
Application for a Social Security Card
(Separate Website)
Use this application to apply for: an original Social Security card, a replacement, or a change of information on your card.
By: United States Social Security Administration
Are You Having Trouble Paying for Prescription Drugs?
(Separate Website)
You May Qualify for Extra Help from Medicare...
By: United States Department of Health and Human Services -- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
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Benefits Check Up
(Separate Website)
BenefitsCheckUp is the nation's most comprehensive Web-based service to screen for benefits programs for seniors with limited income and resources.
By: BenefitsCheckUp.org -- A Service of the National Council on Aging
Disability Benefits For Wounded Warriors
(Separate Website)
Military service members can receive expedited processing of disability claims from Social Security.
By: United States Social Security Administration
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Disability.gov -- California
(Separate Website)
Disability.gov is a comprehensive online resource designed to provide people with disabilities with quick and easy access to the information they need.
By: U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy
Economic Stimulus Payments for Social Security Recipients
(Separate Website)
Questions and answers, including eligibility and how to receive the payment.
By: Pro Seniors, Inc.
Final Details: Claiming Benefits
(Separate Website)
Survivor's information on claiming Social Security, Veterans', and employer benefits
By: American Association of Retired Persons
Getting Help With Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs: Income and Resource Limits
(Separate Website)
To determine if you are eligible for this extra help, Social Security will need to know your income and the value of your savings, investments and real estate (other than your home).
By: United States Social Security Administration
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Glossary of Legal Terms
(Separate Website)
A Glossary of terms from the California Courts Self-Help Center
By: Administrative Office of the Courts
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Going to Court Without a Lawyer - Representing Yourself in Court
(Separate Website)
Whatever the reason, you have the right to represent yourself, to be your own lawyer in all cases in California. It is very important that you learn about what is at stake in your case.
By: Administrative Office of the Courts
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Medicare and People With Disabilities: An Overview
(Separate Website)
By: California Health Advocates
Military Service and Social Security Benefits
(Separate Website)
You Can Get Both Social Security Benefits And Military Retirement
By: Social Security Administration
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NEW Ticket to Work Regulations
(Separate Website)
Social Security has issued new regulations that significantly improve the Ticket to Work Program.
By: United States Social Security Administration
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Opportunities for Veterans (Veterans' Preference)
(Separate Website)
Veterans who are disabled or who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during specific time periods or military campaigns are entitled to preference over non-veterans in competitive hiring selections
By: Social Security Administration
Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS)
(Separate Website)
PASS is a federal program allowing some SSI and SSDI recipients to set aside money for work goals.
By: Disability Benefits 101
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Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS): Frequent Pitfalls
(Separate Website)
Avoid making the mistakes described in this document.
By: Disability Benefits 101
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Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS): Frequently Asked Questions
(Separate Website)
What does a PASS provide? Who is eligible for a PASS? Are there rules for immigrants to qualify for a PASS? And more...
By: Disability Benefits 101
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Public Law Library of Los Angeles County
(Separate Website)
Open to the public, the county law library provides legal information material and resources held in its collection for your research.
By: Council of California County Law Librarians
Retirement Benefits Estimator
(Separate Website)
The Retirement Estimator produces estimates that are based on your actual Social Security earnings record.
By: United States Social Security Administration
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Information
(Separate Website)
By: Disability Benefits 101
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Frequent Pitfalls
(Separate Website)
Avoid making the mistakes described in this document.
By: Disability Benefits 101
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI): Frequently Asked Questions
(Separate Website)
What is SSDI? Who is eligible for SSDI? What is the difference between the Supplemental Security Income program (SSI) and SSDI?
By: Disability Benefits 101
Social Security For People Living With HIV/AIDS
(Separate Website)
Social Security Retirement Benefit Application
(Separate Website)
Apply online using these instructions.
By: Social Security Administration
Social Security Update 2008
(Separate Website)
This update provides new information for 2008 for many items such as Social Security taxes and benefits.
By: United States Social Security Administration
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Spanish / Español
Social Security: Benefits For Children
(Separate Website)
Social Security: Your Payments While You Are Outside the United States
(Separate Website)
This booklet explains how being outside the U.S. may affect your Social Security payments.
By: United States Social Security Administration
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French / Français
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Greek / Ελληνικά
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Spanish / Español
Social Security's Ticket To Work Program
(Separate Website)
Program description
By: Disability Benefits 101
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Social Security's Ticket To Work Program: Frequent Pitfalls
(Separate Website)
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