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The Commission on Aging is tasked with reviewing and making recommendations for statewide programs and activities to the Secretary of Aging. It consists of thirteen members – eleven citizens and two nonvoting members (a state Senator, currently Benjamin F. Kramer; and a state Delegate, currently Kathy Szeliga) – who are appointed by the Governor of Maryland to four-year terms.
In some states, supplemental payments are made by the state, increasing the cash assistance available through SSI. For example, the state of California (through its State Supplementation Program or SSP) increases the cash assistance, making the total 2020 SSI benefit for an individual $943.72 per month. [59] Amount calculation
In Florida, local and state government officials worked together to develop a pilot Silver Alert program following the case of an 86-year-old person who drove away from her assisted-living facility on February 26, 2008, and was found dead a week later, 10 miles (16 km) away in the Intracoastal Waterway near a boat ramp and her submerged car.
American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) (1995) – a cross-disability organization that focuses on advocacy and services. American Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities (ACCD) (1975) – coalition of local, state and national disability organizations. [1]
The Maryland ABLE Program launched in November 2017. With Maryland ABLE, you can contribute up to $15,000 per year (or more if the beneficiary is working) to one of three investment options or a cash option, and account growth is tax-free when used for qualified disability expenses. All plans are overseen by Maryland 529 and its Board. [4]
Disability Determination Services, commonly called DDS, are state agencies that are funded by the US federal government. [ 1 ] Their purpose is to make disability findings for the Social Security Administration .
Mental health organizations based in Maryland (1 C, 12 P) Pages in category "Disability in Maryland" The following 2 pages are in this category, out of 2 total.
SSA provides a field office locator service, where members of the public can find office phone numbers and addresses. [19] SSA also provides services through a national toll-free number (1-800-772-1213) and a website. Retirement and disability benefits can be applied for online. [20]