Federal And State Agency
Financial Aid

Social Security Administration
There are two programs under Social Security that can help people who are legaly blind:
1. Benefits based on earnings in work covered by Social Security and one has sufficient time in such work to make one eligible; and
2. Supplemental Security Income payable to people who are aged, blind or disabled and who have very little in the way of income and resources.
Blind and disabled children may benefit from these programs. Call (800)772-1213 between 7:00am and 7:00pm weekdays or write or visit your local Social Security office.
Many state governments provide a variety of programs and services to the blind such as
- low interest mortgage loans,
- property tax credits
- and a variety of other financial assistance.
Contact your local government agency for information about what is available to you.
Many local vocational rehabilitation offices provide financial assistance for adapted equipment and may also be able to identify other organizations who provide assistance. Contact your local office for details.

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