Social Security Defines Disability in Five Steps
Federal law provides a strict definition of disability. Here are the five guidelines they follow.
Apply for Health Insurance Programs for Children
What is SCHIP? SCHIP, or State Children’s Health Insurance Program, provides health insurance to uninsured kids and teens that are not eligible or enrolled in a medical assistance program. Like Medicaid, SCHIP programs are run separately by each state under the guidelines set by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). States are [...]
Medicare – Health and Medical Assistance
What is Medicare? Medicare is a Federal health insurance program that pays for hospital and medical care for qualified elderly and disabled Americans. The program has two main parts (A and B) but also offers additional extensions that provide service flexibility and prescription drugs (C and D). Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) – This helps [...]
A Guide to Qualifying for Medicaid
What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a government program that provides health-related services to qualified low-income individuals and families who otherwise could not afford adequate health insurance for themselves. It is managed by the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Why do I need [...]
How to Apply for Unemployment Benefits
What are Unemployment Benefits? The Department of Labor’s Unemployment Insurance gives assistance to eligible workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. These benefits are temporary. They are granted to those who meet State and Federal requirements. Why Do I Need This? If you lost your job during the recession and [...]
How to Get Help for Home Weatherization
What is WAP? The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) was originally only for weatherproofing your home. Weatherproofing was done usually through low-cost methods like weatherstripping doors and windows. In recent years, though, WAP has expanded to include cost-effective upgrades for heating, cooling and electrical systems. It now even includes specifics for qualified appliances. The idea now [...]
How to Apply for Housing Assistance (Section 8 Vouchers)
What are Housing Choice or Section 8 Vouchers? Housing Choice Vouchers or Section 8 vouchers are for helping very low income families, the disabled and the elderly who cannot afford decent, safe and sanitary housing – normally in the private market. The program is locally administered by public housing agencies (PHAs). All prospective houses or [...]
A Guide to Home Energy Assistance
What is LIHEAP? The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a Federal program for low-income families. It aims to help them lower their home energy bills. The program isn’t just for the wintering states. LIHEAP benefits are also used for summer cooling solutions. Through this program, you can avoid health and safety problems [...]
Applying for Education Assistance – How to Fill Up Your FAFSA
What is FAFSA? FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Anyone who wants financial aid for higher education, be it federal grants, federal loans or other financial aid offers from colleges, must fill up this form. The information you put in your FAFSA is used to determine your Expected Family Contribution (EFC), which [...]
Food Assistance for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
What is the WIC Program? The Special Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) provides nutritious food, supplement diets, information on healthy eating and referrals to health care to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants and children up to 5 years of age. Why do I need it? If you fall [...]
Cash Assistance
Cash Assistance Through EBT Cards If you need cash assistance from the government, chances are you will probably use the Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system. Qualifications The following are the standard guidelines that are followed for one to qualify for government cash assistance: 1) You should be a resident of the state you will be [...]
WIC
When pregnant women, new mothers with infants and young children need better choices for a healthy life, then the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program can truly help them. What is WIC? The Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, popularly known as the WIC program, is dedicated to protecting the health of low-income [...]
HUD Public Housing
Program Problem Solution SUNCAP Program HUD Public Housing Public housing is for those who are in the low-income or very low-income brackets. Many public housing types exist, from single-family houses to cheap condominium units. This program is under the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and is locally handled by Public Housing Authority (PHA) [...]
Housing Voucher
// Program Problem Solution SUNCAP Program Facts about Housing Choice Vouchers The housing choice voucher program is a major federal program that helps very low-income families, the disabled and the elderly get decent, sanitary and safe private housing. This includes apartments, townhouses and single-family homes. These rental units or houses need not be in subsidized [...]
snap
Program Problem Solution SUNCAP Program Demand for SNAP Rising The recession is driving more people to apply for the food stamp program, now known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Recent statistics show that SNAP enrollment surged by around two percent. This means that a staggering 34.4 million Americans (roughly one out of nine [...]
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Montana State Benefits
Your Guide to Public Benefits in Montana Find, understand, and apply for programs in your state that can help: Increase your income, Save money on prescription drugs Pay doctors’ bills; Buy groceries; and Cover other basic costs. This fact sheet describes the programs in your state, helps you decide which are right for you, and [...]
Missouri State Benefits
Your Guide to Public Benefits in Missouri Find, understand, and apply for programs in your state that can help: Increase your income, Save money on prescription drugs Pay doctors’ bills; Buy groceries; and Cover other basic costs. This fact sheet describes the programs in your state, helps you decide which are right for you, and [...]
Mississippi State Benefits
Your Guide to Public Benefits in Mississippi Find, understand, and apply for programs in your state that can help: Increase your income, Save money on prescription drugs Pay doctors’ bills; Buy groceries; and Cover other basic costs. This fact sheet describes the programs in your state, helps you decide which are right for you, and [...]
Minnesota State Benefits
Your Guide to Public Benefits in Minnesota Find, understand, and apply for programs in your state that can help: Increase your income, Save money on prescription drugs Pay doctors’ bills; Buy groceries; and Cover other basic costs. This fact sheet describes the programs in your state, helps you decide which are right for you, and [...]