Social Security
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Nationwide, All States

SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) National Program — Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

SOAR is a national program that helps individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have a disability apply for Social Security disability benefits. It provides specialized training to caseworkers to help applicants navigate the complex application process and improve approval rates.

Eligibility

Individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in supportive housing, and have a serious mental illness, medical impairment, or co-occurring substance use disorder.

Posted October 1, 2026

BridgeBack

Free and low-cost reentry resources for every state. Everyone deserves a second chance.

bridge-back.org@gmail.com

Crisis Hotlines

988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 211 — United Way Helpline SAMHSA: 1-800-662-4357
BridgeBack Reentry Directory — All resources are community-submitted. Always verify information before visiting.