Washington County

ADRC Benefit Specialists

• Disability Benefit Specialist - Serves those age 18-59
• Elder Benefit Specialist – Serves those age 60 and older
  
  Benefit Specialists help adults who have questions and issues with benefits such as Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, FoodShare and health insurance. They can also screen you for eligibility and help you apply for benefits if you are unable to do so on your own. Contact the ADRC at (262) 335-4497 or send an email to the Benefits team.

ACCESS Wisconsin will help to:

1. Find out if you are eligible for Benefits
2. Apply for Benefits
3. Check and Manage Your Existing Benefits
4. Renew Your Benefits or Apply for more

• Food Share
• BadgerCare Plus
• Medicaid
• Medicaid Deductible
• Medicaid Purchase Plan (MAPP)
• Medicare Savings Programs
  And more.

You may also contact Moraine Lakes Consortium  1-888-446-1239 to apply for benefits.

How to Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program pays benefits to you if you are “insured,” meaning that you worked long enough – and recently enough - and paid Social Security taxes on your earnings. The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources.

While the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs are different, the medical requirements are the same. If you meet the non-medical requirement criteria, monthly benefits are paid if you have a medical condition that’s expected to last at least one year or result in death.  (From www.ssa.gov)

To learn more about Social Security Disability and how to apply click here

The ADRC Disability Benefit Specialist can assist with your application if you are unable to either apply online or schedule an appointment with your local SSA office. Contact the office via Benefits Email or call (262) 335-4497.