Determining what benefits you are entitled to can be a complex process, as it depends on a variety of factors such as your income, age, and specific needs. However, there are several resources available to help you identify government benefits you may be eligible for. Here are some steps you can take:
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Use the Benefit Finder tool on Benefits.gov. This questionnaire can help you find benefits you may be eligible to receive and where to apply. The more questions you answer, the more accurate the results. The Benefit Finder will create a list of government programs you might be eligible for, including benefits for food, health insurance, housing, education, utilities, and other necessities.
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Visit the government benefits website on USA.gov. Benefits.gov is a free government website that can help you find federal, state, and local programs and assistance you might qualify for. Use the website’s Benefit Finder to answer questions about yourself and your needs. Benefits.gov will not store or share your personal information. The Benefit Finder will create a list of government programs you might be eligible for, including benefits for food, health insurance, housing, education, utilities, and other necessities.
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Check with your state social service agency. Each state has its own programs and benefits, so its important to check with your states social service agency to see what benefits you may be eligible for. These programs may include food, medical, disability, veterans benefits, and more.
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Use the Explore the Benefits You May Be Due tool on the Social Security Administration website. Based on your answers to questions, this tool will list benefits for which you might be eligible and tell you more information about how to qualify and apply. You may be eligible for benefits based on your own work, a former spouses work, or if you have a child under age 16 or disabled prior to age 22.
Remember that eligibility for benefits can change over time, so its important to check regularly to see if you qualify for new benefits.
