DISABILITY SERVICES SOCIAL SECURITY- STATEWIDE https://www.ssa.gov/ Social Security Administration 2005 W. Jefferson Ave. Harlingen, TX 78550 (866) 931-7075 Social Security pays a monthly benefit to workers who retire, become disabled, or dependents when a parent dies. Social Security benefits can help when you: • • • •
Age and retire Can't work because of a disability Lose a spouse (or a young child loses a parent) Have difficulty paying for essentials like food, clothing, and a home
To check for eligibility, complete the eligibility form located at https://www.ssa.gov/prepare/checkeligibility-for-benefits/questionnaire. To apply for benefits, complete the online application located at https://www.ssa.gov/apply .
Texas Department of Health and Human Services Blindness, Education, Screening & Treatment (BEST) https://www.hhs.texas.gov/ 701 W. 51st Street Austin, Texas 78751 512-438-2447 BESTprogram@hhsc.state.tx.us BEST provides free vision screenings and financial assistance to Texas residents for medically urgent eye treatment with a referral from an ophthalmologist. Those eligible for the program must be Texas residents at least 18 years of age without insurance or any other resource to pay for treatment, not be legally blind, and have a recommendation from an ophthalmologist. For information on ongoing events, visit the BEST website at https://www.hhs.texas.gov/
Texas Southmost College- Counseling and Student Accessibility Resources https://www.tsc.edu/office-of-student-life/mental-health-resources-off-campus-counseling-2/ Lightner Center, 102A 80 Fort Brown Brownsville, TX 78520 (956) 295-3587 Office Hours: Mon-Fri. 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
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