Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security

People with disabilities sometimes face discrimination and other barriers when they go to work. Protection and Advocacy for Beneficiaries of Social Security (PABSS) projects provide advocacy and other related services that you might need to secure, regain, or maintain employment. Protection and Advocacy programs can also help you obtain information and advice about receiving vocational rehabilitation and employment services.

Areas where PABSS can help access community services	Areas where PABSS CANNOT help issues unrelated to the employment of a beneficiary with a disability
• Disputes with community services	• Social Security disability determination
• Special education and transition	• Personal injury
• Health care	• Criminal defense
• Disability benefits and Work Incentives	• Guardianship issues
• Rights and conditions of employment	• Property and probate Issues
• Vocational rehabilitation and preparation	• Malpractice
• Rights, Responsibilities, and Reasonable accommodations under the ADA	• Direct cash assistance
• Wage and hour issues
• Transportation
• Housing
• Assistance in removing barriers at work

Protection and Advocacy services are free, but be sure your issue is one they can address. To find a PABSS project near you, visit our Resource Directory.