Benefits & Advocacy
Vista’s Benefits and Advocacy Team plays a critical role in empowering individuals with disabilities to plan for the future and maintain their independence. We highlight the importance of advocacy services and discuss proactive steps that can be taken to ensure long-term stability and access to essential resources.
Vista's Benefits & Advocacy Services
Our Benefit and Advocacy Specialists help navigate the complexities and procedures of federal, state, and local entitlement programs. We also support individuals in the area of Advocacy.
Federal Programs
Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), and Medicare Insurance
State Programs
Medicaid Insurance, Medicare Savings Program, Medicare Supplemental Plans, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Cash Assistance
State Funding for Services
Autism Services Division (ASD), Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and Community First Choice (CFC)
Local Programs
Energy Assistance, Renters Rebate and Affordable Housing
Advocacy
Future Planning, Long-term Supports, Special Needs Trusts, Guardianship, Conservatorship, Power of Attorney, In Home Services, Service Coordination and Oversight
If you are interested in hearing more about our Benefits and Advocacy Services, please fill out our Benefits & Advocacy Inquiry Form.
Testimonial:
“Vista Life’s Benefits & Advocacy services are a tremendous help when navigating the complicated process of applying for and maintaining benefits. Vista Life’s staff expertise and knowledge of the procedural nuances are invaluable.”
- Vista Life Innovations Parent