Two of the most important sources of assistance for your clients with disabilities are the Social Security Administration's disability programs--Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). These programs provide monthly cash assistance and eligibility for health insurance (Medicaid and/or Medicare).

The Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Colorado Disability Determination Services (DDS) will be providing a three hour training on Friday, November 13, 2009 on the Social Security's Adult Disability Programs. Topics that will be covered include:

Eligibility Requirements for SSI and SSDI
SSA's Definition of Disability
SSA's Adult Disability Evaluation Process
A brief description of the Listing of Impairments used by SSA
What types of Medical and other evidence does SSA need and why?
What can Social Workers do to assist their clients with SSA disability claims?

Speakers:
Doug Smith, SSA Regional Office Public Affairs Specialist
LaVonne Mercure, Colorado DDS Professional Relations Supervisor
John Valvano, Colorado DDS Disability Examiner

Agenda:

8:30 - 9:00      Coffee, Check-in, Networking

9:00 - 12:00    Training