Benefits and entitlements are a lifeline for many!
Assistance Programs & Disability is an educational package from THINK+change designed to empower people with disabilities, their families, and caregivers to access the government programs they need. These products aim to reduce stigma, simplify the complicated systems, and foster determination to secure access to benefits and entitlements.
TALKS – Disability Programs that Transform Lives
20-Minute Storytelling Series (4 Parts)
Don’t be ashamed to ask for help! Understand the programs that could change your life of the life of a loved one! This documentary series presents lived experiences and professional advice to motivate and guide in getting started.
Featuring perspectives from:
– Medicaid Care Management;
– A Mother of Children with Autism;
– A Father of an Adult with IDD; and
– Employment Assistance Vendor.
TRAININGS – Get What You Need: Navigating Benefits & Entitlements
30-Minute Online Course
Break down complex programs like SSDI, SSI, Medicaid, and more with this course; offering a clear path to getting the support you need. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to maximize your current benefits, we provide the tools, tips, and strategies to ensure you don’t give up—no matter how tough the process may seem.
TOOLS – My Benefits & Programs Toolkit
Downloadable PDF or Folder System
This toolkit helps you break down the steps, stay organized, and save time when applying for assistance programs. Learn where and how to apply, the steps to take, and the documents and information you need to gather for various programs. You can also use the included instructions or downloadable folder system to get organized and keep everything in one place!
Available in Spanish and English – All videos are in English and offer English Closed Captioning and Spanish subtitles.
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This package was made possible through support from Colorado Access, Limbaugh Law Firm LLC, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Developmental Pathways, and The Arc of Aurora