Which is either flattering or really depressing. Personal story: I was kicking myself after I completed graduate school on my own dime, time and with private loans and found out that being deaf is considered a disability! Check these out: Comprehensive list of scholarships available to people with disabilities, categorized by disability. This is not a rule but it is definitely an avenue to explore. They might also have information on work opportunities. Financial planning is incredibly important for us adults with disabilities. Here are some free resources to help: : understand the ABLE accounts. The link provided is to a pdf of the book. Not all states are set up with the calculator, but World Institute on Disability has a lot of other information on financial planning and benefits — check out their books and resources. Any person who receives SSI benefits,or who might qualify for SSI, or any person receives SSDI or a similar benefit and could qualify for SSI, may be able to have a PASS. There is no limit to the number of successful PASS plans a person may use in a lifetime. There are some requirements and stipulations, so read through the application — which is. State Park Service: state parks have a disability discount — look up your state for more information and for the application. I have found ways to travel the world for free or cheap on numerous occasions. There is a way to accomplish it, if you are willing to do the research to figure out how to make it happen on a dime that is not yours. Here are some places to start: : Mobility International. These guys are awesome — I want to work for them! They have a ton of information on traveling abroad, financial resources, etc, listed clearly and cleanly in their fantastic website. They also have staff that you can contact with more direct and trip-specific questions. I did, when we were going to Mexico, and they were helpful. Furthermore — they have information for and people outside the US coming to the US. Do you have to? Evidently though, they can be useful? You are supposed to find the branch office close to where you live, and see what they are able to offer you. Used medical equipment, for free, without hassle from insurance. If you need some medical equipment or something along those lines in order to find and keep a job, they will usually help you. Say you need a speech device in order to go to school so you can receive training so that you can be a train operator? I mean, DOR covers a lot of stuff, but you need to be able to fit what you are asking into the framework of being able to find and keep a job. There are a ton of discounts out there for us, way too many to list. I think instead of listing, it might be helpful for me to remind you to just ask. Write a thank-you note if they were awesome. Many thanks to everyone on Facebook who helped with leads. Sharing is caring, right?! These words should not be used interchangeably. Some people may have a disability but no special needs; others may have special needs but no disability. I got a second chance at life so I help others to maintain so they have food and pays bills and regulate their meds and we sometimes get free food from churches so if I don,t eat it I find someone who does and that way they can spen less on one thing and pay more on another! Was that your intent? I would suggest adding Centers for Independent Living. There are hundreds of them all over the U. They are nonprofit organizations governed and staffed by disabled people. They serve people with any kind of disability, of any age, and almost all of their services are free. They also do advocacy and activism. I would ask that you write a followup list of whatever you can find for Adults with Disabilities living in other Countries. I am a 48 year old Canadian woman living with Spastic Cerebral Palsy. This hold especially true for people with physical disabilities — I have to be my own advocate and literally fight for care and I have a voice and ability to do it, but not everyone does. I need major work on my property, the sewiage is many years old and needs total new material, is there an agency I can go to or call to get assistance for the work or an agency that can do it for free? I sure hope you have something for me to check into. If not, oh well at least I asked. I truly hope something works out. Many have resource for a person just like you. My county has a list of vetted contractor that charge disable and seniors a deeply discounted rate. Every company and every employee is checked out. And never had a problem! I have been looking for information using the incorrect term. Wondered why I kept getting information regarding school or school based activities. Since the community center has activities or functions specifically for ages 16+ or ages 8+. I found this in my search for activities for my husband who has brain cancer. And hes in a wheelchair- So hard to figure out what fun activities we can do within our small budget. Do you know where I might find some ideas Im looking on Pinterest for a 30 yr old man that cant talk, has the use of one arm, low energy and cant walk? Any ideas are appreciated! You must be a special kind of person to take the time to research and put this information out there. I had cancer when I was 24. Anyway, I did read through the other comments and I just want to add that besides being wonderful for contributing the article, I also want to commend you for putting up with those who 1 criticized you over your choice in punctuation 2 criticized you for not including more resources for people who do not live in the same country as you or 3 essentially gave you their sob story and their contact information and asked you to find them a job… To those folks, I just want to say.. You really expect this one individual to come up with a list of resources for every country? The US is a big place! And 3 If you are looking for help, see the list of resources above. Did you even bother to read the article? Also harmful to all disabled adults are those who take advantage! Thank you so much! This piece is due for an update — do you know of anything good to add? I,myself, am disabled and suffer from Bipolar Disorder, Severe Depression and Anxiety, along with physical ailments such as Hypertension, Diastolic Dysfunction,Cervical Disc Herniations, and Spinal Stenosis. I pick him up and he stay with me in the house I am renting, as much as possible. Lack of food, money for gas and limited resources, keeps me from seeing him as much as I would love to. If I could provide for him and meet his needs, I would love to have him move back home with me, and give him the world! We love to be in nature and enjoy camping and beaches. So, another dream would be able to rent a cabin in a state park, or a cottage on the lake. I have been doing a lot of research over the last few months and so glad when I came across your post. You are a true heaven sent and an angel to share all this easy to follow information. This had to take so much of your time. One thing is like to add is check with a local senior center even if your not a senior. I have found help with moving, if your a home owner you can get help with drive, fridge, furnaces, hot water tank, roof, Windows, and also a wheelchair ramp. Thanks for all your time effort and energy!!! God bless and happy New year! Limit 4 Free Tickets per year. Applications for these Free Tickets can be found online between January — Mid February every year. The website is updated weekly. The website is also available in 105 Languages. There are a couple worth mentioning as they apply to anyone low income. Housing energy assistance LIHEAP for one, and an exception to trash and recycling fees on your sewer bills for another. Check with your county office to find these. Both of these are extremely common expenses that there is assistance available for. He has a spinal cord injury from a diving accident which left him a tetrapalegic.. Or will they what are the sites to look into for used equipment. For children and adults. We are located near Pittsburgh PA Thank you, Patty T. These items have been donated by people who no longer need them and you can borrow them for as long as they are needed. There is no cost ever. They will never ask you to return them. I have made many donations of items that my parents or myself no longer need. I have Fibromyalgia and have had both my knees replaced which resulted in four surgeries and am on disability. I will do some research and submit other resources. Meriah, what a wonderful contribution this site is for all of us. Its a government program through a company called Q Link. It was super easy to apply, just a quick form on their website. I think the only paperwork I supplied was a photo of my Social security tax form showing the benefits I receive, and maybe my ID. Beware…eligibility is based on income limit, thats it.
