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  • SOAR Tools and Worksheets

    These are the tools and worksheets created by the SOAR TA Center that can help you in the SSI/SSDI Application process.

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    Guides
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  • Standard SOAR Process for Completing SSI/SSDI Applications

    After completing the SOAR Online Course: Adult Curriculum, case workers assisting adult SSI/SSDI applicants should complete the following steps as part of a standard SOAR workflow. In many states and communities, there is an established SOAR Process for the submission and processing of SOAR-assisted SSI/SSDI applications. In other areas, the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Disability Determination Services (DDS) may not yet know about the SOAR initiative. Either way, case workers can use the SOAR model to submit quality and complete SSI/SSDI applications efficiently and effectively.

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    Guides
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  • Standard SOAR Process for Completing Child SSI Applications

    After completing the SOAR Online Course: Child Curriculum, case workers assisting child SSI applicants should complete the following steps as part of a standard SOAR workflow. In many states and communities, there is an established SOAR Process(i) for the submission and processing of SOAR-assisted SSI applications. In other areas, the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Disability Determination Services (DDS) may not yet know about the SOAR initiative. Either way, case workers can use the SOAR model to submit quality and complete child SSI applications efficiently and effectively.

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    Guides
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  • How to Contact SSA

    Are you ready to submit your first SOAR-assisted SSI/SSDI application packet? This infographic provides a simple flowchart for how to best contact your local SSA office.

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    Infographic
  • Benefits of SOAR Collaboration with SSA and DDS

    A key component of the SOAR model is developing strong collaborations with the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Disability Determination Services (DDS). The SOAR TA Center has created a guide to help!

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    Guides
  • 2024 National SOAR Outcomes

    The SOAR TA Center has released the outcomes of SSI/SSDI applications submitted using the SOAR process from 2006 through June 30, 2024.

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  • Demonstrating SOAR Values with Words

    Words are powerful, and the words we choose impact understanding, interpretation, and ultimately, the outcomes of disability applications. By carefully choosing our words, we convey respect for the applicant’s experience and their intrinsic value as people first.

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    Infographic