Resources

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Applying for Disability Benefits: What to Expect and Where to Find Help
Applying for disability benefits can feel overwhelming. Learn what to expect from the SSI and SSDI process, why documentation matters, what happens after a denial, and where to find help.
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Why Peer Support Matters: Sometimes the Best Support Comes From Someone Who Understands
Discover why peer support matters for people with disabilities and how shared experiences can build confidence, connection, self-advocacy, and independence.
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What Accessibility Really Means
What does accessibility really mean? Explore how communication, housing, employment, transportation, technology, healthcare and the ADA shape independent living.
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What Happens When You Contact The Whole Person for the First Time?
Not sure where to start? Learn what happens when you contact The Whole Person and how we can help you understand disability services, resources, and support options.
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What Is a Center for Independent Living?
Learn what a Center for Independent Living is, how the Independent Living movement began, and how The Whole Person helps individuals with disabilities live independently through advocacy, resources, and...
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5 Home Modifications That Can Prevent Falls
Learn about five home modifications that can help prevent falls, improve accessibility, and support independent living for older adults and people with disabilities.
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How to Stay Independent After a Hospital Stay
Learn practical ways to maintain independence after a hospital stay, including home safety, recovery planning, and available support services.
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What Independent Living Really Means
Learn what independent living really means, why it is centered on choice and self-determination, and how support services help individuals thrive in their communities.
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What Happens If Your CDS or HCBS Hours Are Reduced?
Learn what to do if your CDS or HCBS hours are reduced, including understanding reassessments, appeal options, documentation, and how to protect your independence.
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CDS vs Agency Care: Which Is Right for You?
Learn the differences between Consumer Directed Services (CDS) and agency care, including the benefits, responsibilities, and how to choose the right option for your needs.
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