Explaining the Law and Providing Self-Help Information for Low-Income Iowans
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Shopping for an Assistive Technology Device
When you need an assistive device, it's a good idea to be sure to get one that works well and does what you need it to do. Learning as much as you can about a device and testing it before you buy can prevent problems. It is worth the time to make sure the device you choose helps gain more independence, better health or a fuller use of your abilities.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Student Loan Disability Discharge
College education is expensive. The average college graduate has $19,000 in student loan debt. This can be hard to repay. It is especially hard to repay for students who become disabled and can?t work. Fortunately, you might have options if you are in this situation.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
The Fair Housing Act and Iowa Civil Rights Act Protect the Housing Rights of Persons with a Mental D
Discrimination against a person with a mental disability is illegal. The federal Fair Housing Act and the Iowa Civil Rights Act require landlords to make exceptions, called ?reasonable accommodations,? in rules, policies, practices or services.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
What Duty Does a Landlord Have to Accommodate a Tenant?s Disability?
Anyone may have a hard time finding a rental unit he or she can afford. There is not enough low- and moderate-income housing to meet the need. Persons with disabilities may have even fewer housing choices. Some rental units could become suitable with a few changes. The landlord?s rules or policies might need to change before the tenant could live there. What are a tenant?s rights in such cases?
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Social Security/Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Applying for disability benefits for adults
(Separate Website)
These fact sheets tell you what you should know before you apply for Social Security Disability benefits and what you need for your disability interview.
By: Social Security Administration
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Applying for disability benefits for your child
(Separate Website)
These factsheets tell you what you should know when you apply for SSI disability benefits for your child and what information and documents for your child that you will need for the disability interview.
By: Social Security Administration
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Spanish / Espaņol
Benefits for children with disabilities
(Separate Website)
This booklet will tell you the kinds of Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits a child with a disability might get. It also tells you how the government evaluates disability claims for children.
By: U.S. Social Security Administration
Can I get government social security benefits?
(Separate Website)
This Web site will tell you if you can get benefits from Medicare, Social Security Disability, Social Security Retirement, Social Security Survivors, Special Veterans, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
By: U.S. Social Security Administration
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Common Legal Terms
(Separate Website)
An online glossary of legal terms from A to W
By: Iowa Judicial Branch
Debts Owed to Federal Government Can Be Collected Through Social Security Benefit Checks
Iowans should know the U.S. Department of Treasury and Social Security Administration are working together to collect non-tax debts owed the U.S. Government. Since May 2001, people who owe a non-tax debt to the U.S. Government are subject to new actions to collect the money.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Inheritances and SSI
People who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) know they need to report changes in income and resources to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Most people do not think they need to do anything until they actually get the money. If you get SSI and you are going to inherit something, that could create a problem. You could end up having an overpayment or even lose your SSI benefits.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
Property Tax Suspension for People Who Get SSI
Many people with a disability own or are buying their homes. They may have a hard time paying their property taxes which become due each year. Under Iowa law, people who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or State Supplemental Assistance (SSA), or live in a health care facility, can get their property taxes suspended.
By: Legal Hotline for Older Iowans
Unresolved Court Problems Can Also Cause Problems With Social Security
Some people who get Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits may have an outstanding federal or state criminal warrant against them. Their benefits may be suspended.
By: Iowa Legal Aid
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