WHN Health, Work, and Financial Challenges Toolkit

1. Tools and Templates

1. Printable Guides:
   • A. Step-by-step guides for SSDI/SSI applications, including visual timelines and key tips.
   • B. Guides for navigating the ADA interactive process for workplace accommodations.
2. Customizable Templates:
   • A. Accommodation requests. Google Doc | PDF
   • B. Appeals for benefits or accommodations. Google Doc | PDF
   • C. Reporting workplace discrimination to Human Resources or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Google Doc | PDF
3. Tracking Tools:
   • A. Document tracker for applications, including deadlines, submission dates, and follow-ups.
   • B. Case management worksheet to log communications, notes, and action items.
   • C. Medical appointment tracking.

2. Resource Directories

1. Health Insurance and Medical Access:
   • A. Finding low cost clinics.
   • B. Listings of telehealth services.
2. Disability Benefits and Financial Supports:
   • A. Directories of local housing authorities and food assistance programs.
   • B. National and state-specific resources for financial aid and grants.
3. List of state resources:
   • Healthcare, Legal, Workmans comp, Financial support, disability support.

3. Interactive Tools

1. Eligibility Checkers:
   • Tools to assess eligibility for SNAP, Medicaid, and rental assistance.
   • Benefits calculators that integrate state and federal resources.
2. Job and Skills Platforms:
   • Databases of vocational training programs and remote work opportunities.

4. Accessibility Tools

1. For Non-English Speakers:
   • Translation services.
2. For Low-Tech Users:
   • Phone-based resources for applications and information gathering.