Public Benefits

Learn about public benefits for people with disabilities, including how to apply for Social Security Disability (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other support programs.

Learn about your rights and options if you lose work or face job-related problems after a disaster including employment benefits, paid leave, and workplace safety.

Learn how to apply for FEMA and other government benefits after a disaster, including help with housing, repairs, and emergency expenses.

Learn about programs that provide food and cash assistance, like SNAP and TANF, how to apply, and what to do if your benefits are reduced or denied.

Learn about health benefits for military members and veterans, including TRICARE, VA healthcare, and other programs that cover medical care, mental health services, and prescriptions.

Learn about public health benefits and medical assistance programs like Medicaid, CHIP, and other services that help cover doctor visits, prescriptions, and medical care costs.

Learn how to appeal or request a hearing if you're denied public benefits or disagree with a decision, and what to expect during the process.

Learn how to apply for housing assistance programs like public housing, Section 8, and other subsidized housing, and understand your rights and responsibilities as a tenant in these programs.

Understand what services are available to immigrants based on immigration status, and how to find care without fear of discrimination or jeopardizing your legal situation.

Learn about special mortgage payments for veterans, like VA loans, that offer benefits such as no down payment, lower interest rates, and easier qualification requirements.

Learn about public benefits for older adults, including Social Security, Medicare, and other programs that help with income, healthcare, and daily living needs.

Learn about other types of state and local welfare programs, including help with senior services, job training, adult education, mental health care, substance abuse treatment, and buying a home.

Learn about which public benefits immigrants may qualify for based on their status, and how programs like Medicaid, SNAP, or housing assistance may be affected by immigration rules.

Learn about public benefits and emergency aid available after a disaster including help with housing, food, unemployment, and replacing lost documents.

Learn about public benefits available to veterans and military members including healthcare, disability compensation, education, housing assistance, and support for families.

Learn about public benefits available through schools, such as free or reduced-price meals, transportation, and access to health and counseling services.

Learn how to apply for unemployment benefits, who qualifies, how much you can get, and what to do if your claim is denied or delayed.

Learn about programs that help with utility bills, energy costs, and home heating or cooling, including how to apply and what to do if your service is shut off or threatened.

Learn about your rights to be paid fairly, including minimum wage, overtime, and required breaks, and what to do if your employer doesn't follow the law.