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Is an individual trained in the SOAR model able to charge a fee for this service?

Question:

Is an individual trained in the SOAR model able to charge a fee for this service?

Answer:

  • The expectation is that providers involved with SOAR do not charge persons applying for SSA disability benefits for their services. We work closely with providers to identify alternative sources of funding for their programs. All 50 states and the District of Columbia have identified various methods to fund SOAR activities that do not involve charging the applicant or collecting a fee from the applicant’s back pay. Resources related to SOAR funding and sustainability can be found in the SOAR Library.