Aging and Disability Resource Center of Florence County

The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Florence County provides Disability and Elder Benefits Specialists. Disability Benefits Specialists assist disabled individuals ages 17 3/4 through age 59 while Elder Benefits Specialist assist people ages 60 and up (and the spouse of a person age 60 or older). All Benefit Specialists provide information on programs that focus on relieving financial stress (e.g. Medicaid, SSDI, SSI, Medicare, FoodShare) and help determine if people qualify for those programs. They assist in connecting people to appropriate benefits and explain how to apply. They can also help people who have been denied benefits and need to appeal a decision. They can negotiate with public agencies, medical offices, or insurance companies to resolve problems. They will offer a referral to an appropriate attorney when needed. Often a phone conversation can be sufficient to provide information and guidance, if not, the Benefits Specialists are available for office appointments or home visits.