TEFRA care coordination information.

Nationwide Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Benefits Services

 Allsup is a commercial site, so use it to understand how Social Security disability benefits work but call a Peer Navigator to help without charge.   Here are some other interesting articles about SSI and transitioning from youth to adult services.

ISA funds are provided by the State of Alaska,Behavioral Health Unit. Their purpose is to help support children and youth remain in their community instead of using residential treatment.  The use of ISA funds is easily approved for up to 90 days at a time and can be renewed quarterly.

Alaska Family Directory - Welcome to the Alaska Family Directory for parents of children with special needs!

A web site that explains how to address barriers to employment if you are an Alaskan with a disability, where and how to get support and help to prepare to begin or return to work and the finances of working while still on public benefits (like Medicaid). Explanation of the "ticket to work" program, benefits calculator and planners, beginning your own business and understanding the various programs that apply to SSI or SSDI income, such as PASS (Plan to Achieve Self-Support), Self-Employment Subsidty, IRWE (Impairment Related Work Expenses).

This booklet is developed by the State of Alaska to help you understand available programs, if you are eligible and how to effectively use the coverage.  Your child can be eligible to have their medical needs (including psychiatric)  paid for through: