What are public benefits?
Public benefits are a type of assistance provided to low-income individuals and families in California. These benefits are available through government programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), as well as California state-run programs. Public benefits help provide healthcare, food assistance, housing assistance, and cash assistance to those who qualify. Healthcare benefits such as Medicaid and Medicare provide free or low-cost health care to people with disabilities and those who qualify financially. Food assistance helps those in need obtain nutritious food by providing vouchers or Electronic Benefit Transfer cards, which can be used to buy healthy food from the grocery store. Housing assistance helps individuals or families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless find affordable housing. Cash assistance helps provide basic needs such as clothing, transportation, and more. In addition to these programs, California also has a number of other public benefits programs to help people with disabilities. The California Department of Rehabilitation provides services such as job training and counseling, as well as assistance with job searches and job accommodations. The California State Disability Insurance program provides temporary financial assistance for individuals unable to work due to a disability. The Ticket to Work program provides assistance for those with disabilities who want to find employment. These public benefits can be a lifeline to those who are struggling in California because of a disability, helping them to have access to basic needs and services.
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