Policy and Practice Brief: Expedited Reinstatement of Social Security or SSI Disability Benefits

This brief covers the expedited reinstatement (EXR) provision, introduced into the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in January 2001. While the EXR provisions apply to both SSDI and SSI benefits, their major impact is on SSDI beneficiaries

Policy and Practice Brief: Fifteen Years Along the Bumpy Road to Self Support; The Case of Larry Wellman and Benefits Planning Along the Way

This brief presents a fifteen year case study reflecting on one person’s lifelong pursuit of quality employment. Reviewed along the way are actual events, supports the individual received and guidance and information presented to assist the person in making informed choices and connecting to critical resources needed to support employment

Policy and Practice Brief: Expanding Health Insurance Options; A Framework for Advising Social Security Beneficiaries of Their Rights Under Private Insurance Contracts

This brief provides a framework for advising Social Security beneficiaries of their rights under private insurance contracts. Reviewed are basic insurance concepts; coverage issues; pre-existing condition clauses; COBRA; ERISA; and, appeal rights

Policy and Practice Brief: Medical Continuing Disability Reviews and Related Concepts; A Discussion of Medical CDRs and the Age 18 Redetermination

This brief provides an overview of the policies and procedures governing the continuing disability review process within the Social Security Administration. Discussed are the Age 18 Redetermination process as well as practical tips for beneficiaries and their representative payees as they negotiate this continuing disability review process

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The Benefits Planner: SSI’s Income and Resource Rules Part II - A Practical Application

This newsletter will provide valuable information on how work for persons with disabilities effects government benefits, with an emphasis on the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) work incentives. Each newsletter will contribute to an ongoing dialogue on topics related to benefits and work

The Benefits Planner: The Ticket to Work and Self Sufficiency – New program Promises More Choices for Vocational Rehabilitation Services

This newsletter will provide valuable information on how work for persons with disabilities effects government benefits, with an emphasis on the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) work incentives. Each newsletter will contribute to an ongoing dialogue on topics related to benefits and work

The Benefits Planner: Improved Work Incentives in Social Security Disability Insurance Program - Changes Will Make Work More Attractive to SSDI Recipients

This newsletter will provide valuable information on how work for persons with disabilities effects government benefits, with an emphasis on the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) work incentives. Each newsletter will contribute to an ongoing dialogue on topics related to benefits and work

Policy and Practice Brief: State and Federal Vocational Rehabilitation Programs

This brief provides an introduction to the state and federal vocational rehabilitation system outlined in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. It provides a review of how the vocational rehabilitation system is integrated within the broader Workforce Investment Act along with a break down for eligibility and available services. Discussed is financial need criteria, statutory requirements for maximization of employment, comparable services requirements and individual rights and appeals