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The SAMHSA SOAR TA Center holds informal monthly calls designed to help support SOAR efforts across the country.

The SAMHSA SOAR TA Center holds informal monthly calls designed to help support SOAR efforts across the country.

The SAMHSA SOAR TA Center holds informal monthly calls designed to help support SOAR efforts across the country.

Here are some FAQs regarding SSI/SSDI eligibility for American Indians and Alaska Natives.

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Here are some frequently asked questions regarding SSI/SSDI benefits for individuals in legal settings.

This document provides answers to frequently asked questions about working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, two-spirit, and other diverse sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions (LGBTQ+) applicants during the Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability Insurance (SSI/SSDI) application process. Learn more about using respectful language, engaging in productive and meaningful ways, and preparing SSA forms and the SOAR Medical Summary Report (MSR) with special care and attention to details around LGBTQ+ matters.

Completing the SSA-827 allows SOAR case managers to obtain the applicant’s medical records, in order to verify that they meet the medical eligibility criteria for SSI/SSDI.

The Function Report (SSA-3373) helps DDS to obtain information about how an applicant’s illness(es) and condition(s) affect their ability to function and perform everyday tasks.

The Work History Report (SSA-3369) helps Disability Determination Services (DDS) to obtain detailed vocational information about the jobs the applicant held in the 15 years prior to becoming unable to work due to his or her illnesses, injuries, or conditions.