Welfare/Public Assistance
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Benefits Check Up
Information on what benefits seniors may be eligible for. Requires filling out a form. Content Detail
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- National Council on the Aging
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Glossary of Legal Terms
English/Spanish Legal Glossary. Content Detail
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- Minnesota Judicial Branch
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Are You Eligible for Any Government Benefits?
Complete this anonymous 5-10 minute questionnaire to obtain the most accurate list of benefit programs for which you may be eligible. Content Detail
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- GovBenefits.gov
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- Spanish / Español
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Disability FAQ's
National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Content Detail
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- NOSSCR
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How Social Security Can Make Payments to Someone Who is Managing Your Money For You
Social Security's Representative Payment Program provides fiduciary assistance for our beneficiaries who are incapable of managing or directing someone else to manage their Social Security or SSI payments. Content Detail
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- Social Security Administration
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Understanding Social Security (Social Security Online)
Social Security Online contains a large number of resources that will help you understand the current Social Security program benefits. Content Detail
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- Social Security Administration
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- Spanish / Español
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Medicaid for Nursing Home Residents PDF
Questions and Answers on Medicaid for Nursing Home Residents. Rules change frequently so please check with your DHS office or a lawyer familiar with Medicaid for more specific information. Content Detail
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- Columbia Legal Services
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español
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Medicaid Program
If you can't afford to pay for medical care right now, Medicaid can make it possible for you to get the care that you need so that you can get healthy and stay healthy. Content Detail
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- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
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What is Medicaid and who is it for?
Medicaid is a jointly funded, Federal-State health insurance program for low-income and needy people. It covers children, the aged, blind, and/or disabled and other people who are eligible to receive federally assisted income maintenance payments. This web site provides basic information and answers to frequently asked questions about Medicaid. Content Detail
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- Social Security Administration
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What You Need To Know When You Get Disability Benefits
This booklet explains some of your rights and responsibilities when you receive disability benefits from Social Security. Content Detail
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- Social Security Administration
- Read this in:
- Spanish / Español




