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We would like to expand this resource list to include organizations that offer services for individuals with language barriers (such as hearing loss or English as a second language), mobility challenges, etc. Do you have ideas or experience in this area? Send us a recommendation.

Benefits.gov

Resources for People with Disabilities: https://www.benefits.gov/news/article/238

Benefits.gov hosted a Facebook Question and Answer (Q&A) session for citizens with questions about disability benefits. During the session, Benefits.gov worked with experts from the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA), the Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), and the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) to help hundreds of people get their questions about disability assistance answered. If you missed the event, but are interested in learning more, Benefits.gov is highlighting five common questions and resources from the event below.

1. I’m disabled and need financial assistance. Are there any programs for me?

2. I receive SSDI, but want to get back to work without losing my benefits. Is there any way I can do this?

3. I’m disabled, but my employer refuses to provide accommodations for me. What can I do?

4. What will happen to my disability benefits once I reach retirement age?

5. I’m a disabled Veteran. How do I get help with going back to school and getting a job?

Read the answers at the link below. You may also want to review:

• A Guide to Benefits.gov for People with Disabilities: https://www.benefits.gov/news/article/343

Talking Points

https://talkingpts.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/talkingpts

Email: hello@talkingpts.org

TalkingPoints drives student success in low-income, diverse areas through building strong partnerships across families, schools, and communities. We want every child to have the support needed to learn, grow and succeed. We want every family member to be empowered to be partners in their children’s education. We want teachers and schools to be successful in supporting families. Here's how it works:

• Accessible Technology: Teachers use a web-browser or mobile app, families use text messages or a mobile app.

• No Language Barriers: You can now interact with any family member regardless of language – you write your message in English, families message back in their own language.

• Meaningful Engagement: Content and analytics support for teachers to provide engaging, helpful, and relevant information for families.

• Free for Teachers: TalkingPoints is free for teachers.

Deaf Interpreter Services, Inc.

https://www.deaf-interpreter.com/

Contact: https://www.deaf-interpreter.com/contact-us/

Phone: (844) 545-2946

Request an Interpreter: https://www.deaf-interpreter.com/request-an-interpreter/

Deaf Interpreter Services (DIS) is a woman-owned, HUB certified, award-winning company with over 22 years of experience providing professional, nationally-certified sign language and oral interpreters nationwide. DIS specializes in on-site interpreting, video remote interpreting (VRI), support services, video/audio production and consulting. DIS is available 24/7 and can respond immediately to service and communication needs across the country. The company provides the most professional interpreters, and operates in an environment of high standards, professionalism and integrity. DIS is a well-respected resource for both service providers and individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. DIS provides professional interpreters for a variety of industries and all situations. Through DIS, you can request an interpreter for: 

• Onsite

• Video remote

• Computed assisted note-taking

• Remote computed assisted real-time translation