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2. 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: 22

3. Social Security Definition of Disability – Over 18, the definition changes: 33 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.

4.  Empowerment  Informed Choice  Community Inclusion  Increase Self-Worth  Moving Out of poverty  Creating a Better Life  Opportunity to Dream More than Employment 44

5. Social Security is Confusing! 5  You don’t have to know the Social Security rules.  You just need to know were to go. AZ DB101 is the Answer!

6. Arizona Disability Benefits 101 6  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.

7. 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 7

8. 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 8

9. 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 9

10. 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 10

11. 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 11

12. 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 12

13. 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 Love nicholasl@abil.org nicholasl@abil.org 13

14. Arizona DB101 www.az.db101.org A partnership with the Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration and Arizona’s Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (1QACMS300122)administrated by AHCCCS. Benefits 2 Work Arizona 1-866-304-WORK (9675) b2w@abil.org managed by Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL) 1-800-280-ABIL www.abil.orgwww.abil.org 14