The Benefit Specialist provides information and assistance regarding public benefit programs. Assistance with these programs can range from information about eligibility criteria and assistance in applying for an entitlement, to assistance in receiving benefits, covered services or appealing denials and terminations. The Benefit Specialist receives in-depth, on-going training in the areas of benefit and entitlement programs, as well as other legal issues affecting older adults. An attorney provides legal backup to the Benefit Specialist to insure advocacy and representation for all people age 60 and over requesting benefit assistance. The Benefit Specialist can help with the following:

Advance Directives
Age Discrimination
Bill Reduction
Consumer Problems
Food Stamps
Fuel Assistance
Homestead Tax Credit
Housing Problems
Medicare
Medical Assistance
Medicare Supplemental Insurance
SeniorCare Prescription Drug Assistance
Social Security
Supplemental Security Income
Supportive Home Services