Talk to Your Employer |
Having a disability doesn’t mean you have to quit working. It is important to know your options before making a decision about leaving your job. Talk to your employer's Human Resources department about reasonable accommodations. With the right supports, you may be able to keep working. You can learn more about reasonable accommodations at the Job Accommodation Network, at your local Missouri Career Center (phone: 1-888-728-JOBS), or at a local Independent Living Center. You can learn more about assistive technology at the Missouri Assistive Technology Advisory Council.
If you are thinking about leaving your job, talk to the Human Resources department about benefits you may be able to get, such as Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance, Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance, and Family Medical Leave.
Apply for Benefits |
You can apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI):
- By calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 or 1-800-325-0778 (TTY)
- At your local Social Security Office
You can also apply for SSDI online. If you have an appointment with Social Security, it's a good idea to review the Disability Starter Kit to prepare.
To apply for health care coverage through MO HealthNet:
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If you are elderly, blind, or have a disability:
- Download the MO HealthNet application form. After you print it and fill it out, submit it to your Family Support Division (FSD) office, or
- You can apply in person at your Family Support Division (FSD) office
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If you are under the age of 19, a parent, a pregnant woman, and or an uninsured woman age 18 – 54:
- Apply online at Missouri Department of Social Services
- Download the MO HealthNet application form. After you print it and fill it out, submit it to the FSD Union Processing Center: PO Box 1010, Union, MO, 63084
- Apply in person at your local Family Support Division (FSD) office, or
- Apply over the phone by calling 1-855-373-9994
Find a Job |
Vocational Rehabilitation can help you apply, prepare for, and find a job.
Missouri Career Centers can help you find a job and plan for your career. To find a Missouri Career Center near you, call 1-888-728-5627 (1-888-728-JOBS) or click here for a list of all Career Centers in Missouri.
Missouri Career Source is an online service where you can look for jobs.