MAKING THE CONNECTION:
Accessing Public Benefits for Low Income Persons
NEW! 2009 - 2010 Training Schedule and Registration Form
To register: 1-800-345-9472 or via fax: 815-753-6900
SOAR Training: SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery
Assisting People Applying for SSI/SSDI Disability Benefits
December 7 - 8, 2009: 9 A to 4 P each day
Community Mental Health Council: 8704 S. Constance Avenue, Chicago
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FULL DAY : Making the Connection: Core Trainings
The session will contain practical information in an easy to understand format regarding the many programs available to assist low income persons (including SSI, Social Security, TANF, Medicare, Medicaid, All Kids, Food Stamps, and more).
Participants will be able to:
- Identify mainstream programs through which a customer may be eligible to receive benefits.
- Be able to make a connection between the program and the person.
- Know how to apply for the mainstream program and explain the process to customers.
- Know where the office for the program is located.
- Have a basic understanding of the application process.
- Know the basics of what the customer will be asked during the application interview.
- Know basic verifications needed.
- Know how long the application will take.
- Know approximately what benefits will be received, if eligible.
HALF DAY: Advanced Topic Trainings
Immigrants & Public Benefits
Domestic Violence &Public Benefits
NEW! Veterans & Benefits
Public Benefits for Adults & Youth
NEW! Public Benefits for Seniors & Persons with Disabilities
Understanding the Appeals Process
Putting the Pieces Together (Certificate Series Only)
Additional Resources for Accessing Public Benefits:
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