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Nationwide Resources
These independent organizations and government resources may help with disability services, food, housing, employment, taxes, safety and affordable access to museums and national parks. Availability and eligibility vary by program.
For Everyone
211: Find Local Help - Connects people with local food, housing, utility, healthcare, caregiver and other community resources. - https://www.211.org/
USAGov Benefit Finder for People With Disabilities - Answers a few questions and identifies federal benefits someone may qualify for - https://www.usa.gov/benefit-finder/disability
Disability Rights and Legal Advocacy - Finds the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy agency serving each state and U.S. territory - https://www.ndrn.org/about/ndrn-member-agencies/
Lifeline Phone and Internet Discount - A federal program that lowers the cost of phone or internet service for qualifying low-income households - https://www.lifelinesupport.org/
10 Tips for Responding to Cyberbullying - Practical guidance for adults experiencing online harassment or cyberbullying - https://cyberbullying.org/Responding-to-cyberbullying-top-ten-tips-for-adults.pdf
National Disability Navigator Disability Guide - Information about disability, healthcare access, accommodations and navigating the Health Insurance Marketplace - https://nationaldisabilitynavigator.org/ndnrc-materials/disability-guide/
USAGov Food Assistance - Information about SNAP, emergency food assistance, programs for older adults and other food-support programs - https://www.usa.gov/food-help
USAGov Disability Services - Information about disability benefits, employment programs, caregiver support and disability rights - https://www.usa.gov/disability-services
Help Paying Rent and Utility Bills - Resources for renters seeking help with housing costs, utilities, eviction concerns and housing counseling - https://www.consumerfinance.gov/housing/housing-insecurity/help-for-renters/get-help-paying-rent-and-bills/
Institute on Aging Friendship Line - Friendly conversation and emotional support for older adults and adults living with disabilities - https://www.ioaging.org/friendship-line/
Find Nonprofits - Search for nonprofits by location or area of service and read community reviews - https://greatnonprofits.org/
Feeding America Local Food Bank Finder - Search by ZIP code to find a Feeding America food bank serving your area - https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
National Park Service Senior and Access Passes - Information about national park passes for older adults and people with permanent disabilities - https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes.htm
Resume and Career Guide for People With Disabilities - Guidance about resumes, employment rights, workplace accommodations and job searching with a disability - https://www.resumebuilder.com/comprehensive-resume-and-career-guide-for-people-with-disabilities/
Museums for All - Find participating museums offering reduced admission to people receiving SNAP benefits - https://museums4all.org/about/
IRS Free Tax Preparation - Free basic tax-return preparation for qualifying taxpayers through the VITA and TCE programs - https://www.irs.gov/individuals/free-tax-return-preparation-for-qualifying-taxpayers
American Red Cross First Aid Kit Guide - A recommended list of supplies for preparing and maintaining a home first aid kit - https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/anatomy-of-a-first-aid-kit.html
For Donors
The Salvation Army has an excellent Donation Valuation Guide - https://satruck.org/Home/DonationValueGuide
If you have other nationwide links you’d like to suggest, please email us at help@disabledartists.org