An Adult Training Facility offering vocational, communication, functional and socialization training in individual and group format to enhance their skills. Individuals are offered paid work and volunteer opportunities in the community. A Senior Citizens program for individuals age 50 or older who are diagnosed with an intellectual disability and express the desire for a slower paced day program. Individuals benefit from a less demanding schedule and meaningful support.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issues or replaces-Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income SSI-benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets and speakers available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); and application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements, and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers, and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Issuance or replacement-of Social Security numbers; application assistance for all Social Security benefits (Retirement, Survivors, Disability, and Medicare); application assistance for Supplemental Security Income - SSI - benefits for the aged and disabled. Assistance in obtaining benefits, appealing adverse decisions, explaining requirements and processing post-eligibility actions (work reports, change of address, remarriage reports, etc.). Pamphlets, speakers and films available.

Veterans Advocates Group is a group of VA Accredited Agents that exclusively represents disabled veterans and their dependents seeking compensation/pension benefits.

Veterans Advocates Group is owned by two VA Accredited Claims Agents that are also disabled Veterans. They focus exclusively on Veterans disability claims. They are located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but represent Veteranâs and their families worldwide.

They understand how frustrating it is to go through the compensation/pension process because they themselves have already gone through the VA system

They offer representation to veterans and their dependents at the Regional Office (RO) level and the Board of Veterans Appeals (BVA) level of the VA administrative process.

Helps people with disabilities who need assistance paying their bills and managing their benefits.

Counsels people on disability-based issues (including public benefits, financial and estate planning), manages affordable special needs trusts, and helps to create support plans with public and private resources for the care of people with disabilities.

Helps people with disabilities who need assistance paying their bills and managing their benefits.

Regular monthly payments to compensate veterans who are disabled by injury or illness incurred in or aggrevated by active military service.

Special monthly allowance for wartime vets, surviving spouses or parents who are housebound by reason of one or more disabilities.

Offers advocacy, peer support, skills training, information and referral, and Transition. Center for Independent Living that addresses needs related to a disability. Services include, but are not limited to: assistive technology, waiver enrollment, HCBS advocacy, understanding and navigating services and benefits in the community, connection to appropriate services or agencies in the community, Transitioning out of a nursing home to a community based living environment, special education advocacy, New Castle office has in house gym and adaptive workout specialist

Works to maximize the quality of life for veterans and all people with spinal cord injury/dysfunction by advocating for health care, spinal cord injury/dysfunction research and education, veterans' benefits and rights, sports programs, disability rights and accessibility and removal of architectural barriers.

Processes and makes determination on all types of application for Social Security Retirement, Survivors Disability and Medicare Benefits, Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Informs employers, employees and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security Program, Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which may affect continuing eligibility, Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers.

Assists veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state, and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing compensation for service connected disability, pension for veterans unable to work, vocational rehabilitation and counseling, payment for education and job training, home loan guaranty, life insurance, "wheelchair homes," burial benefits, dependency and indemnity compensation, and death pension.

Offers free, one-on-one help to enroll Philadelphia residents in a wide range of public benefit programs that assist with prescription drugs, health insurance, food, property taxes, heat and other utilities, paying for college, disability benefits, and more. Assists with applications and follow up on application status.

AMVETS implements programs for and advocates on behalf of veterans and their families.
AMVETS National Service Officers (NSOs) are stationed at VA regional offices and medical centers and provide information, counseling and claims assistance to all veterans and their dependents in matters concerning education, disability compensation, employment, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension and other benefits.

Annually awards scholarships to veterans and their dependents.

Automobile donations are accepted through the national office.

AMVETS implements programs for and advocates on behalf of veterans and their families. A network of AMVETS National Service Officers (NSOs) are stationed at VA regional offices and medical centers and provide information, counseling and claims assistance to all veterans and their dependants in matters concerning education, disability compensation, employment, hospitalization, rehabilitation, pension and other benefits.

Annually awards scholarships to veterans and their dependents. Also conducts programs to teach children about American heritage, civics and citizenship.

Pennsylvania AMVETS CODE Career Center provides asset assessment, resume writing assistance, interview skills training, and exploration into education, training, licensing, and certification opportunities.

Provides professional advocacy services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Individualized representation in accessing special education services, adult services, government benefits, housing, healthcare, transportation, and any other concerns.

Offers assistance to individuals with disabilities wanting to better their employment situation, increase hours, and/or become independent of Social Security benefits.

Offers adults with disabilities various opportunities for pre-employment activities, community work assessments, benefits counseling, job placement, job coaching, and follow-up job support services.

Offers a variety of individualized services to both youth and adults with disabilities and employers. Those seeking employment can receive assistance with: resume preparation, appropriate completion of job applications, job interviews, training assistance at the job site, counseling for job related concerns, transportation training, and follow up services to ensure that the individual is satisfied with their job and meeting the expectations of the employer. AHEDD also helps SSA beneficiaries to understand how earnings will impact government benefits as they move toward greater independence.

Assists individuals with disabilities who have difficulty understanding and obtaining the full benefits and services. Under federal and state laws, protection and advocacy programs provide legal representation and other advocacy services for all people with disabilities and endeavor to ensure full access to inclusive educational programs, financial entitlements, health care, accessible housing, and productive employment opportunities.

Assists individuals with disabilities who have difficulty understanding and obtaining the full benefits and services they are entitled to by law. Under federal and state laws, protection and advocacy programs provide legal representation and other advocacy services for all people with disabilities and endeavor to ensure full access to inclusive educational programs, financial entitlements, health care, accessible housing, and productive employment opportunities.

Assists individuals with disabilities who have difficulty understanding and obtaining the full benefits and services. Under federal and state laws, protection and advocacy programs provide legal representation and other advocacy services for all people with disabilities and endeavor to ensure full access to inclusive educational programs, financial entitlements, health care, accessible housing, and productive employment opportunities.

ARCIL can help answer our questions about support services, government benefits, adaptive equipment, accessibility and other topics related to disabilities.

Provides service navigators and coaches to clarify financial goals, give support, and connect clients to services. Creates access to a coordinated network of employment and financial stability services. Provides various educational sessions, workshops, and events each month. Services, provided by various partners, include job seeking clinics, legal clinics, computer tutoring, family benefits program, disability resources, credit counseling, adult english language tutoring, and tax preparation.

A community-based not-for-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of our military personnel and veterans with disabilities through the therapeutic benefits of fly fishing. Provides instruction in fly fishing, fly casting and fly tying ranging from beginners to those with prior experience who are adapting their skills to their abilities. Based on techniques of peer mentoring, experiential learning, outdoor education and group interactions, PHWFF strives to create a collaborative, cooperative, trusting and caring environment to enhance community reintegration and improved quality of life for participants. There are additional therapeutic benefits including improved fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination, balance, range of motion, concentration and more.

Medical Assistance for Workers with Disabilities (MAWD) provides health care coverage to workers with disabilities. MAWD encourages persons with disabilities to work and enjoy the financial benefits of being employed.

The VFW's voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passing of a GI Bill for the 21st Century, giving expanded educational benefits to America's active-duty service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans.

Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans' organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which opened in November 2010.

Annually, the nearly 2 million members of the VFW and its Auxiliaries contribute more than 8.6 million hours of volunte

Offers free, one-on-one help to enroll Philadelphia residents in public benefit programs that assist with prescription drugs, health insurance, food, property taxes, heat and other utilities, paying for college, and disability benefits. Assists with applications and follow up on application status.

Offers therapeutic riding lessons conducted by nationally certified instructors; tailored to each client's needs. Benefits include: increased tone, range of motion, and endurance; improved speech, behavior, and social skills; and safe, unique, educational fun for children over 3 with almost any disability.

Assists veterans and their dependents and survivors to obtain benefits from the federal, state and local agencies administering programs for veterans. Assistance includes: Preparing and submitting Compensation and Pension applications, Education and GI Bill information, Veterans Health Care, Prescription Enrollment, Burial Benefits, Veterans Headstones, Markers, and Flags, Veterans Widow Benefits, Discharges and Medals replacement, Real Estate Tax Exemption for VA Disabled wartime veterans, Blind or Paralyzed Veterans Pensions, Hunting and Fishing Licenses for Disabled Wartime Veterans. Answers questions concerning Veterans' Benefits and Services.

Assists veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state, and local benefits. Offers assistance in filing for and accessing the following benefits: compensation for a service-connected disability, pension for veterans unable to work, vocational rehabilitation and counseling, payment for education and job training, home loan guaranty, life insurance, "wheelchair homes," burial benefits, dependency and indemnity compensation, and death pension.

The Center for Independent Living CIL assist in cutting through the "red tape" that often separates persons with disabilities from benefits, products, or services that best meet their needs.

The Center for Independent Living CIL assist in cutting through the "red tape" that often separates persons with disabilities from benefits, products, or services that best meet their needs.

The CIL assists individuals in cutting through the "red tape" that often separates persons with disabilities from the benefits, products or services that best meet their needs. In the process, individuals are shown how to advocate for themselves. The Statewide Action Team members work on making changes to policies and procedures at the local, state, and federal level to promote community.

Families with infants and toddlers, age birth until 3 years, with developmental delays and disabilities can benefit from a states Early Intervention Program. This is a system of supports and network of parents, coordinators, service providers, and others to promote the natural learning opportunities that occur within the daily routines of a child and their family. Early intervention services can include special instruction (teacher), occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, feeding, asistive technology, audiology, nursing, nutrition, social work and behavioral health services.

Families with infants and toddlers, age birth until 3 years, with developmental delays and disabilities can benefit from a states Early Intervention Program. This is a system of supports and network or parents, coordinators, service providers, and other to promote the natural learning opportunities that occur within the daily routines of a child and their family. Early intervention services can include special instruction (teacher), occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, feeding, assistive technology, audiology, nursing, nutrition, social work and behavioral health sciences.

Families with infants and toddlers, age birth until 3 years, with developmental delays and disabilities can benefit from a states Early Intervention Program. This is a system of supports and network or partners, coordinators, service providers, and others to promote the natural learning opportunities that occur within the daily routines of a child and their family. Early intervention services can include special instruction (teacher), occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, feeding, assistive technology, audiology, nursing, nutrition, social work and behavioral health services.

Families with infants and toddlers ages birth until 3 years with developmental delays and disabilities can benefit from a state's early intervention program. This is a system of supports and network of parents, coordinators, service providers, and others to promote the natural learning opportunities that occur within the daily routines of a child and their family. Early intervention services can include special instruction (teacher), occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, feeding, assistive technology, audiology, nursing, social work , and behavioral therapy

Offers friendship and companionship to homebound individuals due to an illness or disability and/or nursing homebound individuals. Those who are not normally homebound, but, due to a short-term illness or injury, must stay home for a limited period of time, may also receive this service. Those who live alone may also benefit from this service.

Variety After School Program offers a wide range of Educational, Recreational, Therapeutic, Cultural and Social activities during the after school hours in locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region for children with disabilities. Students benefit from high staff to student ratios. Activities offered at Variety help meet or exceed appropriate state and local academic achievement standards in reading and math (based on criterion found in each student's IEP) and improvement in school attendance, classroom performance as well as reduced disciplinary referrals. After school programs can play a key role in engaging youth in the learning process by providing opportunities to explore interests, gain competency in real work skills, solve problems, assume leadership roles, develop a group identity with similar aged peers, connect to adult role models and mentors, and become involved in improving their communities. The program also offers parents and families educational workshops, a Community Advisory Bo

Variety After School Program offers a wide range of Educational, Recreational, Therapeutic, Cultural and Social activities during the after school hours in locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia Region for children with disabilities. Students benefit from high staff to student ratios. Activities offered at Variety help meet or exceed appropriate state and local academic achievement standards in reading and math (based on criterion found in each student's IEP) and improvement in school attendance, classroom performance as well as reduced disciplinary referrals. After school programs can play a key role in engaging youth in the learning process by providing opportunities to explore interests, gain competency in real work skills, solve problems, assume leadership roles, develop a group identity with similar aged peers, connect to adult role models and mentors, and become involved in improving their communities. The program also offers parents and families educational workshops, a Community Advisory Bo

Special Needs Trusts allow individuals with lifelong disabilities to set aside resources without impacting their eligibility for government benefits such as SSI and Medicaid. Funds held in trust are used to improve the beneficiary's quality of life. Common uses of trust funds include transportation costs, counseling/therapy, medical expenses, clothing, and computer and electronic equipment.

Serves as an Organizational Representative Payee for mentally disabled adults age 18+ receiving SSI & SSD benefits from the Social Security Administration. Arranges for the client's Social Security check to be deposited directly into an individual, interest-bearing checking account, assures prompt payment of bills for basic food, shelter and medical needs, and then helps develop a realistic, individualized budget for any remaining funds.

Provides care management for persons living with mental and/or intellectual disability, mental health diagnosis, and brain injury to support independent living, stability, and security. Assists with applying for public benefits; finding and staying in appropriate housing; coordinating medical care, social services, and transportation; managing finances; and exploring vocational, recreational, and social opportunities.

Provides care management for persons living with mental and/or intellectual disability, mental health diagnosis, and brain injury to support independent living, stability, and security. Assists with applying for public benefits; finding and staying in appropriate housing; coordinating medical care, social services, and transportation; managing finances; and exploring vocational, recreational, and social opportunities.

The Representative Payee program is for adults with a mental disability who can only receive cash benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) if these benefits are managed by an SSA approved Representative Payee. PLANâs Representative Payee service helps to ensure that our clients have food, shelter, heat and medication by monitoring their funds, routinely paying for life necessities and working with each client to develop an individualized budget that helps them live within their means and maximize resources.

Provides care management for persons living with mental and/or intellectual disability, mental health diagnosis, and brain injury to support independent living, stability, and security. Assists with applying for public benefits; finding and staying in appropriate housing; coordinating medical care, social services, and transportation; managing finances; and exploring vocational, recreational, and social opportunities.

Provides care management for persons living with mental and/or intellectual disability, mental health diagnosis, and brain injury to support independent living, stability, and security. Assists with applying for public benefits; finding and staying in appropriate housing; coordinating medical care, social services, and transportation; managing finances; and exploring vocational, recreational, and social opportunities.

Assist veterans and their family members with information regarding federal, state and local benefits. Services include assistance in filing for and accessing the following federal benefits: compensation for service connected disability; pension for veterans unable to work; and burial benefits. The benefits for family members of deceased veterans include dependency and indemnity compensation and survivor's pension.

Offers a core academic, co-curricular program for students in grade K through grade 12 with learning differences. Admission to the school is based on a formal diagnosis of a specific learning disability or Asperger's syndrome, and on the student's ability to benefit from the school's program. Summer programming includes afternoon programs such as outdoor adventures, Esports, D&D club, and theater. Afternoon program offerings vary each year and may depend on enrollment. Bus transportation is available from Berks, Harrisburg, Lebanon, and York.

State unemployment compensation benefits are available to Pennsylvania residents who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. Residents may be eligible for up to 26 weeks of regular state-funded benefits. During high unemployment periods, additional weeks of Extended Benefits are available for a limited time depending upon Pennsylvania's total unemployment rate. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

State unemployment compensation benefits are available to Pennsylvania residents who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. Residents may be eligible for up to 26 weeks of regular state-funded benefits. During high unemployment periods, additional weeks of Extended Benefits are available for a limited time depending upon Pennsylvania's total unemployment rate. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

- Prepares job seekers for the global workforce through employment and job training services for youth, adult, older adult and dislocated workers
- Enforces regulations and safety standards in the workplace and administers the Commonwealth's programs for community service by young Pennsylvanians
- Administers benefits to unemployed individuals, oversees the administration of workers' compensation benefits to individuals with job related injuries and/or illnesses, and provides vocational rehabilitation to individuals with disabilities

Provides services related to estate planning and elder law. Specializes in asset protection; wills and trust planning; powers of attorney; elder law; Medicaid application and qualification; long-term care planning; probate and estate administration; Medicaid crisis planning; special needs and disability planning; veterans’ benefits, including aid and attendance qualification; charitable planning; and business succession in conjunction with estate planning.

Provides services and housing resources for eligible Veterans to break the cycle of homelessness and unemployment. Services include Disability benefits, education, health care, rehabilitation, residential care and compensated work therapy.

The National Resource Directory (NRD) is a United States Government inter-agency web portal for Wounded Warriors, Service Members, Veterans, their families and caregivers. It provides information and links to thousand of national, state and local resources. The NRD was established to support the reintegration, recovery and rehabilitation of our members of the United States Armed Forces and is part of our commitment to ensuring they have access to the resources they need to recover and successfully return to work and civilian life.

Visitors to the web portal can find information about Veterans' benefits, including disability and pension benefits, VA health care and educational opportunities, homeless assistance and employment resources. The site also provides information for those who care for Veterans, such as access to emotional, financial and community assistance.

The links include federal, state and local government agencies, Veterans service organizations, non-profit and community-based organizati

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration is responsible for administering The VA's extensive non-medical benefits. Its responsibilities include initial veteran registration, eligibility determination, and five key lines of business (benefits and entitlements): Home Loan Guarantee, Insurance, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, Education (GI Bill), and Compensation & Pension.

VA disability compensation provides monthly benefits to Veterans in recognition of the effects of disabilities, diseases, or injuries incurred or aggravated during active military service. The program also provides monthly payments to surviving spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents in recognition of the economic loss caused by a Veteran's death during military service or, after discharge from military service, as a result of a service-connected disability. Types of VA disability compensation programs include:

• Disability Compensation,
• Dependency and Indemnity

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration is responsible for administering The VA's extensive non-medical benefits. Its responsibilities include initial veteran registration, eligibility determination, and five key lines of business (benefits and entitlements): Home Loan Guarantee, Insurance, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, Education (GI Bill), and Compensation & Pension.

As part of our mission to serve Servicemembers, Veterans, and their families, VA provides valuable life insurance benefits to give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing your family is protected. VAâs life insurance programs were developed to provide financial security for your family given the extraordinary risks involved in military service.

Benefits include:

• Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) is a low-cost group term life insurance program for Servicemembers. Coverage can be extended for up to two years if the Servicemember is totally disabled at separation

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration is responsible for administering The VA's extensive non-medical benefits. Its responsibilities include initial veteran registration, eligibility determination, and five key lines of business (benefits and entitlements): Home Loan Guarantee, Insurance, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment, Education (GI Bill), and Compensation & Pension.

You may receive vocational rehabilitation and employment services to help with job training, employment accommodations, resume development, and job seeking skills coaching. Other services may be provided to assist Veterans in starting their own businesses or independent living services for those who are severely disabled and unable to work in traditional employment.

VA's Education and Career Counseling program is a great opportunity for Servicemembers and Veterans to get personalized counseling and support to help guide their career paths, ensure the most effective use of their VA be

Servicemembers and Veterans may be eligible for a one-time payment of not more than $19,817 toward the purchase of an automobile or other conveyance if you have certain service-connected disabilities. The grant is paid directly to the seller of the automobile and the Servicemember or Veteran may only receive the automobile grant once in his/her lifetime.

Certain Servicemembers and Veterans may also be eligible for adaptive equipment. Adaptive equipment includes, but is not limited to, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and special equipment necessary to assist the eligible person into and out of the vehicle.

VA may provide financial assistance in purchasing adaptive equipment more than once. This benefit is payable to either the seller or the Veteran or Servicemember.

Important: You must have prior VA approval before purchasing an automobile or adaptive equipment.

Provides a website where individuals can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online; check the status of an application or appeal; request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas); print a benefit verification letter; and more, from anywhere and from any of your devices.

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

Allows individuals to search for the local Social Security Administration office that serves a particular area. Once the local office is identified, individuals may contact that office for assistance in applying for the variety of benefits that are available through the Social Security Administration.

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

The Adult Training Facility at Hope Enterprises is a social/recreational day program for adults with developmental disabilities. Staff provide extensive personal care including tube feedings and assistance with other needs. They work to improve communication skills, sometimes using various forms of assistive technology, sensory motor activities provide health benefits, improve function, increase participation in and control over ones environment for an improved quality of life. Therapeutic massages are also available and has been especially beneficial to those in wheelchairs in improving circulation to legs and feet.
Individualized activities may include music, arts and crafts, exercise, seasonal activities, and cooking. Individuals participate in volunteer programs at nursing homes, the SPCA, Early Learning Programs, a local soup kitchen, and Meals on Wheels.
The facility has specilized services for those with autism, and a geriatric program for seniors with developmental disabilities.

Work Incentives Planning and Assistance or WIPA is a free service for individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and want to go to work to increase their self-sufficiency. WIPA is funded by the Social Security Administration and helps SSI/SSDI beneficiaries understand the impact of earnings on their cash and health care benefits and access valuable work supports offered by Social Security.

Assists youth and adults with disabilities to prepare for, secure, and maintain or advance in employment in the local community to support their financial self-sufficiency. As part of their service delivery, they provide benefits counseling support to those individuals who receive SSI and/or SSDI to understand work's impact on their cash benefit and healthcare.

Provides such services as: application for retirement benefits, SSI and disability benefits, survivors' benefits, and Medicare. Assists with checking application or appeal status, replacing Medicare card, obtaining SSA forms, and a new or replacement Social Security card

Provides information about applying for retirement and disability benefits provided by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

Answers questions about general Medicare information, order booklets and information about health plans. Several levels of help paying Medicare costs are available to elderly or disabled Americans at or near poverty. Medicare Part A is hospital insurance which helps pay for in-patient hospital care, home health care or care in a skilled nursing facility following a hospital stay. Medicare Part B is medical insurance which helps pay for doctors' services and many medical supplies that are not covered by Part A. You must sign up for Part B and pay a premium. Call and ask for a local insurance counseling and assistance program. Will help Medicare recipients with questions concerning their benefits.

Provides representative payee services, a system of financial and budgetary management for individuals who have a mental illness, individuals who have developmental disabilities, and older adults who are unable to manage their financial affairs or Social Security and other benefits..

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

Provides health care benefits for older people and people with disabilities.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

The Woodlands is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and young adults with disability and chronic illness. Using its fully accessible and barrier-free facilities, the Woodlands' programs enable participants to experience social, cultural, environmental, recreational and spiritual growth.

Sports Camp, a 5-day, overnight, summer camp brings individuals with special needs the benefits of physical activity and the emotional lift of competing and being part of a team. It teaches valuable lessons about winning and losing. Additional benefits include refinement of motor skills, encouragement of individual goal setting, and learning more about healthy lifestyles through nutrition and exercise. Participants can also anticipate playing badminton, golf, disc golf, volleyball, yoga, archery, basketball, learning to cook healthy meals, as well as being baseball stars as we play a game at the Miracle League Field in Cranberry!

The 32-acre site features: an indoor heated pool, 48-bed

Provides the following services:
* Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits
* Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
* Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program
* Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility
* Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers
* Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients
* Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act
* Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals
* Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits
* Burial Benefits:

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers Medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers Medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Local office for national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Provides the following services:
* Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits
* Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
* Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program
* Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility
* Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers
* Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients
* Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act
* Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals
* Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits
* Burial Benefits:

Provides the following services:
* Processes and makes determination on all types of applications for Social Security retirement, survivors disability, and Medicare benefits
* Processes claims for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
* Informs employers, employees, and self-employed persons of their rights and responsibilities under the Social Security program
* Assists beneficiaries with necessary reporting of events which might affect continuing eligibility
* Accepts applications for original and duplicate social security numbers
* Explains the right to the appeal process to dissatisfied clients
* Investigates possible collusion, impersonation, misrepresentation, or fraud in connection with claims under the Social Security Act
* Maintains an informational resource file and makes appropriate referrals
* Accepts initial applications for Black Lung Benefits
* Burial Benefits:

Retirement benefits
Medicare- health insurance to those over 65 years or disabled
SSI- assistance to those over 65, blind, or disabled
Disability benefits
Survivor benefits
Black lung benefits - birth certificate, social security card, physical exam required

To report suspected fraud call (800) 269-0271.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

A national program of contributory social insurance. Employees, employers and the self-employed pay contributions that are pooled in special trust funds. These funds provide income to workers and dependents in the event of retirement, disability or death. SSA also administers Medicare and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program for the aged, blind and disabled. Local offices accept applications, determine eligibility, hear appeals and are available to assist individuals trying to access benefits.

Provision of advocates to help obtain needed services and SSI benefits.

Services that can be provided:

•A hot complete meal with drink and dessert

•A grocery bag just as a supplement

•Counseling/advise/prayer/fellowship

•Glasses if meet the low-income requirement
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Refer to our lawyer for helping with obtaining disability benefits

•Refer to clinic and help with generic medicine (rarely)

•Provide free clothing for the family and some household items when available

•Help find work/encourage to be a volunteer

Offers free, one-on-one help to enroll Philadelphia residents in public benefit programs that assist with prescription drugs, health insurance, food, property taxes, heat and other utilities, paying for college, and disability benefits. Assists with applications and follow up on application status.

Provides information and assistance in applying for Veteran's benefits including aid and attendant care, health care, home loans, education loans, emergency funds, service connected disability, non-service connected disability, pension, funeral costs and grave markers.

Provides assistance over the phone for older and disabled Pennsylvanians to complete applications for PACE/PACENET.

The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veteran Affairs provides resources and assistance to Pennsylvania's one million veterans and their families, and provides quality care for aging and disabled veterans.

On April 24, 2006, House Bill 1820 was signed into law as Act 29 of 2006. This Bill establishes the Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans Benefit Act. On November 7, 2006, Pennsylvania voters gave overwhelming approval to a ballot question to fund the program. The bond issue created a fund for the payment of compensation to, or on behalf of, eligible current and former members of the United States Armed Forces, a reserve component of the United States Armed Forces, or the Pennsylvania National Guard.

Eligible Pennsylvania veterans of the Persian Gulf Conflict are entitled to receive:

• A one-time benefit of $75 per month for each month (or major fraction thereof) of active service in the Persian Gulf Conflict Theater of Operations during the covered period. The maximum compensation is $525.

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Please Note: If you are a severely disabled Veteran and need any special accommodations, please identify that to your service officer or career counselor when making appointments.

Receive your DD 214

Things to do within one year from Separation

Have your DD 214 recorded in the County Recorder's Office for FREE

• Safeguard all your records. You will need them again.

Visit your County Director of Veterans Affairs (normally located in the County Courthouse) or Accredited Service Organization Representative for FREE

• Take a copy of all your records with you for your appointment: Service Medical Records; Personnel File; Dental Record,
• Have your County Director of Veterans Affairs or Accredited Veterans Service Officer review your records and advise you on the benefits you qualify for,
• File for disabilities through an Accredited Veterans Service Officer.

Fill out VA form 10-10 EZ for

Toll-free support line for those who provide care for veterans living with the effects of war, disability, chronic illness, or aging. The support line provides information on VA caregiver support resources and "warm" referral to caregiver support coordinators located in all VA medical centers. The support line is also available to respond to inquiries about the caregiver benefits associated with the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010.

The Allegheny County Department of Veterans Services provides assistance in applying for county, state and federal veteran’s benefits. Veterans Services provides a wide range of benefits, resources and assistance.
County benefits include:
- Burial Allowance
- Burial Plots
- Headstones and Installation Allowances
- Flags and Emblem Markers
- Safeguard DD-214
For more information visit Allegheny County Department of Veterans Services - County Benefits

State benefits include:
- Blind Veterans Pension
- Emergency Assistance
- Educational Gratuity
- Paralyzed Veterans Pension
- Real Property Tax Exemption
- State Veterans Home System
- Widow's Real Property Tax Exemptio
For more information visit Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

Federal benefits include:
- Disability Compen

The Allegheny County Department of Veterans Services provides assistance in applying for county, state and federal veteran’s benefits. Veterans Services provides a wide range of benefits, resources and assistance.
County benefits include:
- Burial Allowance
- Burial Plots
- Headstones and Installation Allowances
- Flags and Emblem Markers
- Safeguard DD-214
For more information visit Allegheny County Department of Veterans Services - County Benefits

State benefits include:
- Blind Veterans Pension
- Emergency Assistance
- Educational Gratuity
- Paralyzed Veterans Pension
- Real Property Tax Exemption
- State Veterans Home System
- Widow's Real Property Tax Exemptio
For more information visit Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

Federal benefits include:
- Disability Compen

The Allegheny County Department of Veterans Services provides assistance in applying for county, state and federal veteran’s benefits. Veterans Services provides a wide range of benefits, resources and assistance.
County benefits include:
- Burial Allowance
- Burial Plots
- Headstones and Installation Allowances
- Flags and Emblem Markers
- Safeguard DD-214
For more information visit Allegheny County Department of Veterans Services - County Benefits

State benefits include:
- Blind Veterans Pension
- Emergency Assistance
- Educational Gratuity
- Paralyzed Veterans Pension
- Real Property Tax Exemption
- State Veterans Home System
- Widow's Real Property Tax Exemptio
For more information visit Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

Federal benefits include:
- Disability Compen

The Bucks County Military/Veterans Affairs Office provides assistance in applying for county, state and federal veteran’s benefits. Veterans Services provides a wide range of benefits, resources and assistance.

County benefits include:
Burial Allowance, Burial Plots, Headstones and Installation Allowances, Flags and Emblem Markers, Safeguard DD-214

State benefits include:
Blind Veterans Pension, Emergency Assistance, Educational Gratuity, Paralyzed Veterans Pension, Real Property Tax Exemption, State Veterans Home System, Widow's Real Property Tax Exemption

Federal benefits include:
Disability Compensation, eBenefits, Education & Training, GI Bill, Healthcare, Life Insurance, Mortgage Delinquency Assistance, Pension, Survivor Benefits(DIC), VA Guaranteed Home Loans

Forest County Veterans Affairs assists veterans in the filing of claims such as service record changes, disability claims, etc. At the time of a veteransâ death, the DVA will assist the family in filing claims for the death benefits including burial expenses and appropriate grave markers.

Warren County Veterans Affairs assists veterans in the filing of claims such as service record changes, disability claims, etc. At the time of a veterans' death, the DVA will assist the family in filing claims for the death benefits including burial expenses and appropriate grave markers.

Toll-free support line for those who provide care for veterans living with the effects of war, disability, chronic illness, or aging. The support line provides information on VA caregiver support resources and "warm" referral to caregiver support coordinators located in all VA medical centers. The support line is also available to respond to inquiries about the caregiver benefits associated with the Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010.

Offers subsidized housing for older adults and physically disabled persons, especially Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) speakers. Offers translation/interpretation services, assistance with applying for benefits, and various cultural and health programs.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

If you do not meet the requirements for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and have temporary or permanent disabilities that prevent you from working, you may be able to receive GA benefits to help you.

Offers a variety of energy and utility assistance programs that assist residents to lower utility bills, arrange forgiveness for unpaid past bills, and to benefit from other assistance resources. The Neighbor for Neighbor heat fund provides assistance to eligible older adults and people with disabilities in need of heating fuel.

The Social Security Administration is constantly expanding their online services to give you freedom and control when conducting business with Social Security. Today, you can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online, check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit verification letter, and more – from anywhere and from any of your devices!

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

The Social Security Administration is constantly expanding their online services to give you freedom and control when conducting business with Social Security. Today, you can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online, check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit verification letter, and more – from anywhere and from any of your devices!

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

Allows individuals to search for the local Social Security Administration office that serves a particular area. Once the local office is identified, individuals may contact that office for assistance in applying for the variety of benefits that are available through the Social Security Administration.

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

Allows individuals to search for the local Social Security Administration office that serves a particular area. Once the local office is identified, individuals may contact that office for assistance in applying for the variety of benefits that are available through the Social Security Administration.

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

The Social Security Administration is constantly expanding their online services to give you freedom and control when conducting business with Social Security. Today, you can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online, check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit verification letter, and more – from anywhere and from any of your devices!

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

The Social Security Administration is constantly expanding their online services to give you freedom and control when conducting business with Social Security. Today, you can apply for retirement, disability, and Medicare benefits online, check the status of an application or appeal, request a replacement Social Security card (in most areas), print a benefit verification letter, and more – from anywhere and from any of your devices!

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

Allows individuals to search for the local Social Security Administration office that serves a particular area. Once the local office is identified, individuals may contact that office for assistance in applying for the variety of benefits that are available through the Social Security Administration.

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

Allows individuals to search for the local Social Security Administration office that serves a particular area. Once the local office is identified, individuals may contact that office for assistance in applying for the variety of benefits that are available through the Social Security Administration.

The services and benefits include:
* Social Security Number applications
* Replacement Social Security cards
* Retirement Benefits
* Medicare applications
* Social Security Disability (SSDI)
* Social Security Burial Benefits

Provides shelter 365 days a year with up to 65 residents. All daily amenities are available and staff makes every effort to provide individual clients with specific necessities including clothing, transportation and medicine on an as-needed basis. Staff is able to refer disabled clients for entitlement benefits and assist those who are physically and emotionally capable to seek employment. Group counseling, education and training to promote self-sufficiency.

Offers free, one-on-one help to enroll Philadelphia residents in public benefit programs that assist with prescription drugs, health insurance, food, property taxes, heat and other utilities, paying for college, and disability benefits. Assists with applications and follow up on application status.

Provides professional advocacy services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Services including individualized representation in accessing special education services, adults services, governmental benefits, housing, health care, voting rights, transportation and any other concerns of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

We assist veterans who are applying for disability compensation for service-connected injuries or illnesses. We can also help you reopen an existing claim when your injury or illness worsens.
It should be noted: The payment of military retirement pay, disability severance pay and separation incentive payments known as SSB (Special Separation Benefits) and VSI (Voluntary Separation Incentives) AFFECTS the amount of VA compensation paid to disabled veterans.

The VA offers two broad categories of Pension benefit programs:

Veterans Pension: Tax-free monetary benefit payable to low-income wartime Veterans.

• Survivors Pension: Tax-free monetary benefit payable to a low-income, un-remarried surviving spouse and/or unmarried child(ren) of a deceased Veteran with wartime service.
  
  Veterans and survivors who are eligible for Pension benefits and are housebound or require the aid and attendance of another person may be eligible to receive additional monetary amounts.
  
  To learn more about what Veterans and their families should know when applying for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Pension Benefits visit: https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage
  
  Additionally, individuals cannot receive both a VA disability and VA pension. The VA will award whichever is greater.

Operation Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet is a program dedicated to helping Franklin County veterans with service-connected disabilities to lead happier, healthier, and more productive lives. This program benefits the veteran, the dog, and the community. Service dogs have proven to be highly valuable in assisting veterans with all types of disabilities, including, but not limited to, diabetes, seizure disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic brain injury. Our dogs come from local rescues and shelters, and a few select breeding lines, and are provided with highly specialized training and care. These dogs are then capable of serving veterans with a number of physical and psychological needs.

During the process of training service dogs, foster families may be utilized to house and care for the puppies. Selection of these foster families will remain at the sole discretion of the Franklin County Veterans Affairs Office. Foster families will be required to meet all ethical standards, policies, and

Provides the services that includes training designed to increase self-reliance, living skills and enhance self-confidences such as cooking, budgeting, housing search, benefits counseling, and home maintenance skills. Training is also available to empower people with disabilities to speak for themselves and others. Information and resource materials are available related to disability issues.