Tag Archives: benefits

Disability News Weekly Roundup Monday, Dec 2 – Friday Dec 6

Health: Reuters—Mild depression tied to diabetes complications Even mild bouts of depression may worsen the health complications that often go along with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Canadian researchers followed more than 1,000 patients for five years … Continue reading

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Be Alert: Benefits Scams Are Out There

USA.gov recently sent an eblast warning against scammers who call, email, text, or send letters telling people they are eligible for benefits from the government, but must pay a fee to receive their money. Neither the Federal, nor local government … Continue reading

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2013: Obama’s Inauguration and People Living with Disabilities

On Monday, January 21, the nation inaugurated Barrack H. Obama for his second term in office as the 44th President of the United States. During his inauguration address, the President reiterated his administration’s agenda for the American people and made … Continue reading

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HUD and Other Housing Support

Research from the World Health Organization shows that about half of the American population will acquire some type of disability at some point during their lifetime. It can be difficult to find the right housing accommodations for persons with disabilities and … Continue reading

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Benefits.gov Proporciona Informacion sobre el Programa de Beneficios en español

Durante los últimos ocho años, Benefits.gov ha facilitado el acceso de la comunidad que habla español a la información de los programas de beneficios federales y estatales. Benefits.gov en español es un sitio espejo de Benefits.gov en Inglés. Benefits.gov en español provee una herramienta … Continue reading

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This just in: Govbenefits now benefits.gov

We talk to many, many patrons each month who are searching for financial assistance and other benefit programs to help them with housing, education, utilities, and just getting by. Our first recommendation is to check out Govbenefits.gov. We found it … Continue reading

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NARIC’s Answer Queue: Where can I get a grant?

This year marks our 33rd anniversary providing information services to the disability and rehabilitation community. In three decades, we’ve seen a handful of questions come up again and again. As a new occasional feature of the Spotlight, we’ll highlight these … Continue reading

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Get WISE: Work Incentive Seminar Events from SSA

Are you receiving SSI/SSDI? Do you know whether you can work and still receive benefits? Here’s where to find out: The Social Security Administration (SSA) is hosting a series of free community events around the country for beneficiaries with disabilities … Continue reading

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