Applying for Social Security with our Neurodivergent Friends™

Applying for SSI: A Guide for Parents & Caregivers – Virtual Webinar

Neurodivergent Friends™, in collaboration with Texas Parent to Parent (TxP2P), Friends For Life, the Heart of Texas Autism Network, and Stepping Sone ABA invites you to a special virtual session featuring an official representative from the Social Security Administration’s Dallas office.

This event is designed to help parents and caregivers navigate the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) application process for both children and adults with disabilities. Learn about the latest policy changes, best practices for applications, and how to improve approval chances with well-documented information.

📅 Event Dates & Details:

• Tuesday, March 25, 2025 ⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

• Tuesday, April 8, 2025 ⏰ 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

• Location: Virtual Only (A viewing room may be available for those without computer access—updates to follow.)

• 💵 Cost: Free (Donations to Neurodivergent Friends™ or your referring agency encouraged)

What to Expect:

🟢 Step-by-Step Guidance on Applying for SSI – Learn how to apply for SSI for children and adults with disabilities and what documentation improves approval chances.
🟢 Latest Policy Updates – Understand changes in the past year affecting appointments, applications, and in-kind support rules.
🟢 Live Q&A Support – Ask general questions in the chat (case-specific questions cannot be answered).
🟢 Pre-Submit Your Questions – Help shape the discussion by submitting your questions in advance to Megan@NeurodivergentFriends.org.

Why You Should Attend:

💡 Parents & Caregivers Perspective – Learn the best way to apply for SSI on behalf of your child or adult and how to prepare for age 18 transitions.
💡 Maximizing Approval Chances – Discover how to provide detailed and effective documentation for a smoother application process.
💡 Understanding Policy Changes – Stay informed on recent updates that affect SSI eligibility and application procedures.
💡 Extra Time for Questions – The webinar is estimated to last 50 minutes with 20 minutes for Q&A, with additional time included in case the questions run longer or if anyone needs to schedule an appointment with Neurodivergent Friends™  to assist them with an application.

Support Our Event:

This event is free to attend, but donations to your referring nonprofit are greatly appreciated to help us all continue offering valuable resources to families in need. Every contribution makes a difference!

📩 Questions & Registration:
📧 Email: Megan@NeurodivergentFriends.org
📞 Phone: 254-768-3233

🔗 Register Below to Secure Your Spot!

To sign up to bring meals or snacks for in-person events: https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/owz688