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	Alzheimer's Services of Louisiana Legal Planning for Louisiana Residents See this brochure with information about legal planning and contact information for oganizations that provide legal and or other help. By: Alzheimer's Services of Louisiana


	Appealing Social Security decisions (Separate Website) This article on the Social Security Administration web site tells you about the agency's appeals process. By: Social Security Administration


	Living in the United States: A Guide for Immigrant Youth (Separate Website) Information about many issues immigrant youth face when living in the United States. Topics include citizenship, Social Security numbers, taxes, public benefits, going to college, and more. By: Immigrant Legal Resource Center Read this in: Korean / 한국어 , Spanish / Español


	Public Benefits and HIV/AIDS Find out what government benefits you may be eligible for. By: AIDSLaw of Louisiana, Inc.


	Questions and Answers About State ID Cards Look here for some basic information about state ID cards. By: New Orleans Legal Assistance


	Representative Payees for Social Security/SSI Benefits Sometimes Social Security decides someone cannot manage their benefits. Learn about the rights of the person getting benefits and the duties of the representative payee. This is a condensed excerpt from the Advocacy Center publication, "Legal Status in Louisiana." By: Advocacy Center


	Social Security Disability: Frequently Asked Questions (Separate Website) Answers most questions you will have about applying for Social Security disability benefits. See the link called "Disability FAQs." By: Nat'l Ass'n of Social Security Claimants' Representatives


	Social Security numbers and cards (Separate Website) What to do about lost or stolen cards, or if someone uses your number. By: Social Security Administration Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Social Security or SSI overpayments: What should you do? Social Security sent you a letter saying you owe money. What to do. By: Acadiana Legal Service Corporation


	Social Security Overpayments: Your Rights Social Security sent you a letter saying you owe money. What are your rights and choices? Find out. By: New Orleans Legal Assistance


	SSI Disabled Child Benefits: Who is Eligible? Does your child have a medical problem that affects their ability to learn, to make or keep friends, or do other things that a kid should be able to do? Find our if your child may be eligible for monthly cash payments through the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. By: Acadiana Legal Service Corporation


	When Your Social Security Benefits Are Taken To Pay Back Money to the Federal Government (Separate Website) A 1996 law takes away some protection, but it is not a reason for panic. It will not apply to everyone and not all benefits can be taken. This information sheet answers some frequently asked questions about this new program. By: National Consumer Law Center


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