Disability Benefit Specialist Program
What are Disability Benefit Specialists?
Disability Benefit Specialists operate as an integral
part of the Aging
and Disability Resource Centers. They provide confidential assistance at no charge to
adults ages 18 to 59 with physical disabilities, developmental disabilities,
mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. Individuals age 60 and
older can contact the Elderly
Benefit Specialist Program.
The goal of the program is:
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to provide current, accurate information about
public and private benefit programs;
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to counsel individuals about eligibility for various
programs and benefits; and
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to help people apply for benefits or appeal a denial
of benefits.
Statistics about the Disability Benefit Specialist program are available
for 2003 through 2007. Brochure describing
Disability Benefit Specialist Program also available in Hmong
and Spanish.
(PDF,
62 KB)
Where can I find a Disability Benefit Specialist?
Find a Disability Benefit
Specialist at the Aging and Disability Resource Center serving
your county.
Do you have questions about public benefits?
Visit our Frequently Asked
Questions about Benefits. Answers are available in text and in
American Sign Language.
Training on benefits topics is
available for interested persons.
Are you interested in going to work?
People who want to return to work, or who are
interested in working but not sure how it will affect their benefits, may wish to speak with a
work
incentives benefit specialist (exit DHS).
Send questions to the Office
for Resource Center Development.
Last Revised: April 21, 2009 |
