Texas

Social Security Checks Again Arriving Early in Gulf Coast States as Hurricane Ike Approaches New!

News release from the Social Security Administration (SSA) explains that Social Security checks were sent out early in Gulf Coast states in advance of Hurricane Ike.

Children with Special Health Care Needs

Program that provides services to children with extraordinary medical needs, disabilities and chronic health conditions. The CSHCN Services Program's health care benefits include payments for medical care, family support services and related services not covered by Medicaid, CHIP or private insurance.

Deep in the Heart of Texas: Employment Network Recruitment Events

CESSI, SSA's Program Manager for Recruitment and Outreach, invites your organization to attend one of the two Employment Network (EN) Recruitment Events in Texas to learn more about the NEW Ticket to Work Program and how the Ticket program can increase your opportunities for success!

Medicaid in Texas

Information on services covered by the state Medicaid program, including medical and transportation services.

San Antonio Independent Living Center (SAILS)

A non-profit, federally designated center for Independent Living aimed at those who reside in the Greater San Antonio Area.

Social Security Administration (SSA) Dallas Region Office

Advises SSA customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas on how they may contact their local office to obtain information on Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Texas Department of Aging & Disability Services (DADS)

Provides a comprehensive array of aging and disability services, supports and opportunities that are easily accessed in local communities.

Texas Division for Disability Determination Services (DDS)

Makes disability determinations for Texans with severe disabilities who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance and/or Supplemental Security Income.

Texas Food Stamp Program

Helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health. You can can apply for benefits by completing a state application form. Application is in .pdf format.

Texas Health Steps

The Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) service for comprehensive and preventive child health care for individuals younger than 21 years old.

Texas School Health & Related Services

Offers services including: assessment, audiology, counseling, school health services, medical services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychological services, speech therapy and special transportation.

Texas Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA)

If you receive disability benefits from the Social Security Administration and are interested in working or learning more about how working would affect your benefits, you can get help from a community organization known as a Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) project.

Veterans Facilities in Texas

Provides locations where veterans can apply for benefits or receive primary health care and mental health services.
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