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L.A. Homeless Receive Help Applying for Disability Benefits

Los Angeles County, CA is reaching out to the large homeless population by setting aside about $7.2 million to help those individuals find jobs or apply for Social Security disability, Supplemental Security Income, or Veterans' disability.

According to the Los Angeles Times, those who qualify for this assistance program from the SSA will no longer receive the $221 per month currently sent to them from the county. Instead, they could get up to $850 monthly from SSI and may also qualify for Medi-Cal, a program that offers medical benefits in the state of California.

With impending budget cuts for this state, the focus is on allowing the disabled to use federal programs instead of those funded by the county or state. The money offered for this program will be used to help find housing for the homeless and disabled, as well as helping to locate their medical records, and acquire the health assessments necessary when applying for either disability or SSI.

If you or a loved one is struggling to make ends meet and needs help applying for SSI or disability, a Social Security disability attorney can fight for you to get the highest amount of benefits for which you could qualify. If you are ready to apply for your rightful benefits, contact a lawyer for professional advice.

If you or your loved one are suffering from a severe physical or mental disability, you should contact a Social Security Disability lawyer immediately to learn about your rights and determine eligibility. The process of securing Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) can be difficult and overwhelming. Don't go it alone! The disability lawyers at LaVan & Neidenberg, located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL understand the inner workings of the Social Security Administration and will help you navigate the system. Call us today for a FREE legal consultation - 1-888-234-5758.