Helps people navigate the process of filing Social Security Disability applications and appeal the decision regarding their application, if necessary.

Face to face video conference facilitation with Social Security. Meet to discuss replacement card, name change, retirement, SSI, SSD and other issues.

The Disabilities Coordination program provides service coordination, educational information, and training to families, workplaces, and other agencies and programs. Topics include but are not limited to Social Security, Retirement Benefits, Survivor/Widows Benefits, Adult/ Child Disability Benefits, Senior and Disabled Resources, Home Care Workers Infomation, and Social Security Appeals Assistance.

Certified Work Incentives Network counselors help older adults and people with disabilities understand how their federal and state benefits could be affected by the income they earn from working.

Peer Benefits Specialists assist individuals applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), explains what the benefits will be and the eligibility requirements. Provides planning and support in retention of benefits while working as well as help in locating community services.

Oregon Law firm represents adults and children seeking social security disability benefits (SSI and SSD). Services include assisting individuals by preparing initial applications and function reports, handling appeals, representation at hearings and, if necessary, representation in federal court appeals. The Social Security practice represents many people who are low-income or have become houseless, including veterans.

NEST is designed to help adults navigate available resources and sign up to receive assistance for health care, housing and general advocacy needs. Services offered may include assistance in accessing primary medical care, case management/advocacy, outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, drug detox, mental health evaluation and/or counseling, SSI/SSDI assistance from a public benefits specialist, OHP application assistance, Lane County Housing Waitlist application and transportation to appointments.