Resources

This document explains the Earned Income Tax Credit, including information on qualifications and rules.

Blind work expenses are an SSI Earned Income Exclusion. Learn about the rules and most common expenses.

Benefits advisement services are provided to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or SSI beneficiaries if they are working or planning to go to work. Advisers are available to assist beneficiaries in understanding Social Security Administration (SSA) rules and navigating SSA‘s intricate system. This document describes how the benefits advisement services for NYS Commission for the Blind Consumers can help.

Vocational rehabilitation organizations pay for services to augment the other benefits advisement services that NLS provides. New York State Adult Career and Continuing Educational Services – Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) funding of benefits advisement services is a key part of the benefits advisement continuum and directly supports the beneficiary’s move to a work goal.

ABLE accounts are savings exempt for SSI and Medicaid. This document provides an overview on ABLE accounts, including requirements and exclusions.

This document describes the 2025 changes to Social Security, SSI, and Medicare thresholds and rates.

Your custody and visitation arrangements aren’t set in stone. Learn more about how to petition for modifications.

Having custody and visitation arrangements spelled out in a legal agreement is the best way to ensure that your co-parenting runs smoothly. Learn more about what custody entails, how to petition for custody and visitation, and how to secure representation for all parties, including your child.

No need to feel overwhelmed when thinking about child and/or spousal support – learn more about how to file, what to bring, what your representation options are, and more!

Orders of protection and family offense petitions are not one-size-fits-all. Learn more about what types of protections are available to you and how to file.