Financial

Children with diagnosed special needs are often eligible for Medicaid even if their parents have private health insurance and financial means. With Medicaid, medical treatments and medications can be free. To find out about the program and whether your child is eligible, go to COMPASS.  The Pennsylvania Health Law Project also offers a quick and easy screening to see if you might be eligible for free or low-cost health care coverage.

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Works for Me: Employment Solutions for People with Disabilities
Works for Me is a FREE resource that can direct you to agencies and programs that help people with disabilities in Pennsylvania who want to work, and improve their financial security. We will review your specific situation and guide you to resources that will help you find a job, obtain training, keep health insurance, get assistive technology, or find other support you may need.  There are many great reasons to work and, with the resources we have available, it is possible! And, contrary to what some people believe, you can work without losing your financial security or health care benefits. In fact, you may even be able to increase your income! If you are unsure about working, there are ways to stay qualified for Social Security benefits while trying a job.  Works for me is here to help answer your questions about working!  

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From Adapted Vehicles to iPads, PATF Fills Funding Gaps

Adapted vehicles, home modifications, computers, iPads, and hearing aids are just some of the assistive devices the Pennsylvania Assistive Technology Foundation (PATF) helps to fund.  Many Pennsylvania residents do not have the necessary assistive devices they need because the devices are not funded by medical insurance or other funding sources.  PATF fills those funding gaps for older Pennsylvanians and Pennsylvanians with disabilities by providing low-interest loans with extended repayment terms. 

PATF’s program features lower interest rates than a traditional bank (current rate is 4%) with extended repayment plans.  PATF also provides information about other potential funding resources and consumer credit education.  For devices and services costing between $100 and $1,000, PATF offers a loan with a 0% interest rate. 

Pennsylvanians of all ages, income levels and disabilities are eligible to apply.  PATF also extends loans to family members and friends for the purchase of wheelchairs, adapted vehicles, ramps and other assistive devices.  People who have fixed incomes and those who do not qualify for a loan through a traditional bank, may qualify for a PATF loan.  Low monthly payments help make assistive technology more affordable.   

If you would like a brochure, call PATF at 888-744-1938 (toll-free voice) or check out www.patf.us