Aging & Disability Resource Connection of Oregon (ADRC): Maintained by the Oregon Department of Human Services, State Unit on Aging
Benton County Developmental Diversity Program
Disability Benefits (Federal Social Security Programs)
People with disabilities may be able to qualify for one of two federal disability programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These programs are governed by the federal Social Security Administration (SSA). You can learn more about these benefits on the Social Security Web site. Application for SSI or SSDI is made through the local SSA office. Although decisions about eligibility are made by the Disability Determination Services (DDS), under contract with the federal government, you must first apply for benefits with SSA. All decisions about SSI or SSDI benefits are governed by the Social Security Administration. The Social Security Handbook contains the information about both SSI and SSDI.