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• A child under 18 is considered disabled if the child has a physical or mental impairment which:• Causes severe functional limitations, and • Has lasted or can be expected to last for at least

12 months, or • Can be expected to lead to death

Social Security Definition of Disability – Child Under 18:

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Social Security Definition of Disability – Over 18, the definition changes:

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• According to Social Security, a person over 18 is considered disabled if the person has a physical or mental impairment which:• Prevents the person from any Substantial

Gainful Activity (SGA) - earning a certain amount of money, and that

• Has lasted or can be expected to last for at least 12 months, or

• Can be expected to result in death• There is a disability redetermination at age 18.

Empowerment Informed Choice Community Inclusion Increase Self-Worth Moving Out of poverty Creating a Better Life Opportunity to Dream

More than Employment

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Social Security is Confusing!

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You don’t have to know the Social Security rules. You just need to know were to go.

AZ DB101 is the Answer!

Arizona Disability Benefits 101

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Provides online tools and services Ease fears Empower young people and their parents Assist in making informed decisions that will lead

to a more financially productive life

Arizona Disability Benefits 101 (DB101) is a user-friendly online tool that helps work through the myths and confusion of Social Security benefits, healthcare, and employment.

DB101 User Experience

DB101 is easy to navigate Multiple ways to obtain information

Provide information in layers Can dive in as deep as you need or want to

User friendly work and benefits calculators Benefits planning tools for work with

case coordinators, family, and benefits programs Save your planning session features Comparative job planning features

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DB101 User Experience

Easy-to-read articles on state, federal, and private benefit and health coverage programs

Feature articles for youth and for parents Articles lead to additional information

“Next Steps” access to local, state, and national resources

Definitions throughout the site Click on question boxes to learn more Páginas en Español

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DB101 User Experience

Linkage and reference throughout to

Ask the Experts for additional assistance.

Staffed by

Benefits 2 Work Arizona (B2W)1-800-304-WORK (9675)

If needed, Work Incentives Consultants are available to consult and educate on an individual level

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DB101 and Youths

The Youth and Benefits section have several articles to assist in understanding benefits as well as: Getting a Job Programs that Support Work Key Programs and Eligibilities Age-18 Redetermination Independent Living Higher Education Tips for Parents And Much More

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Not receiving Social Security Benefits?

DB101 can still be useful Explains eligibility requirements Links to applications and other program websites Articles on transition Tips for planning for your future Resources for numerous organizations and

programs

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Implementing DB101 into Everyday Practice

Integrate a DB101 calculator saved session into a interest/skill sets assessment and transition plans

Provide desktop links at public work station computers

Imbed DB101 information into existing documents Use DB1010 links and print out articles for

educational purposes, support groups discussions, or supportive documentation

Use the DB101 Glossary as a staff desk top reference

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Implementing DB101 into Everyday Practice

Additional trainings, resources and technical assistance is available through the Work Incentive Information Network (WIIN) - a program of Benefits 2 Work Arizona.

Benefits 2 Work Arizona Program Manager Nicholas Lovenicholasl@abil.org

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Arizona DB101www.az.db101.org

A partnership with the Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration and Arizona’s Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (1QACMS300122)administrated by AHCCCS.

Benefits 2 Work Arizona1-866-304-WORK (9675)

b2w@abil.orgmanaged by

Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL)1-800-280-ABIL www.abil.org

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