The cornerstone of Triumph Foundation is educating people who are newly disabled. We provide resources and referrals to help equip people to achieve greater quality of life.
Triumph Ambassadors give referrals through the distribution of our Resource Handbook that provides information on where to find and receive necessary goods and services.
This online version is an extensive list of excellent products and services available to people in the disabled community. It covers many relevant topics including adapted vehicles, medical supplies, wheelchairs, housing, and support groups.
Explore these pages to locate great people and companies who care about you and enjoy serving the needs of the disability community.
Government Resources
800-772-1213 (TTY)
The SSA handles retirement disability payments and administers the Supplemental Security Income program (SSI), among other services. The Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs are the largest of several Federal programs that provide monetary assistance to people with disabilities.
CalWORKs is a welfare program that gives cash aid and services to eligible needy California families. The program serves all 58 counties in the state and is operated locally by county welfare departments. If a family has little or no cash and needs housing, food, utilities, clothing or medical care, it may be eligible to receive immediate short-term help. Families that apply and qualify for ongoing assistance receive money each month to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses.
ABLEnow accounts help individuals with disabilities save money to pay for qualified expenses, without being taxed on the earnings – and in most cases, without losing eligibility for certain means-tested benefit programs.
Individuals are automatically enrolled in Medicare after receiving disability benefits for 2 years.
Medi-Cal is California’s Medicaid program. This is a public health insurance program which provides needed health care services for low-income individuals including families with children, seniors, and persons with disabilities.
Information on eligibility, application process, and services offered through the state’s Medicaid program. Provides a listing of California’s county social services offices.
L.A. Care Health Plan is a community-accountable health plan that serves nearly 800,000 L.A. County residents. The plan partners with local Medi-Cal providers to provide choices for doctors, clinics, drugstores, and hospitals.
DB101 brings together rules for health coverage, benefits, and employment programs that people with disabilities use. These programs may be run by state, federal government, non-profit, or private organizations. Here they help people with disabilities understand their benefits and discuss them under one roof and in plain language.
The Benefit Eligibility Screening Tool (BEST) helps you find out if you could get benefits that Social Security administers. Based on your answers to questions, this tool will list benefits for which you might be eligible and tell you more information about how to qualify and apply
Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be difficult due to how long a claim can take and the high chance of being denied. But there are ways to speed up the process and increase your chances of approval. Use this site to help understand your options, work with your doctor, prepare your case, and win your appeal. Learn about any of over 200 medical conditions, and the symptoms and work limitations Social Security expects to see to award compensation.
213-736-1031
California’s protection & advocacy system. Advocate, educate, investigate and litigate to advance and protect the rights of Californians with disabilities. Disability Rights California ensures that recipients of government assistance get treated properly and are familiar with all programs to coordinate services. Contact if you feel you are not receiving necessary assistance.
888-944-4477
IHSS pays for services that enable eligible individuals who are disabled (including children over 6 years of age) to remain safely in their own homes. Individuals who qualify hire their own provider(s) to assist them with personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing and bowel and bladder care; domestic services such as cooking, housecleaning and laundry; paramedical services such as assistance with medications, suctioning, and catheter care; and accompaniment to medical appointments.
916-552-9400 or 877-565-4477
HCBS waivers provide funding for optional Medi-Cal services such as case management and personal assistance services. California has six HCBS waiver categories that serve specified subgroups of aged, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, and HIV/AIDS Medi-Cal eligible populations. For additional information, contact PASC’s Information and Referral Office.
877-565-4477
PASC is the public authority for In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) in L.A. County. PASC operates a Registry to match IHSS consumers and providers. The PASC Homecare Registry is a free and voluntary service that IHSS consumers can use to obtain referrals of homecare providers. Registry providers are referred to consumers based on the consumer’s needs, hours allotment, and geographical location.
213-736-3904
The Department of Rehabilitation assists individuals with disabilities maximize their ability to live independently in their communities and in areas of employment by providing vocational rehabilitation, training, and job placement services, and financial aid.
916-325-1690
ILCs are organizations which provide services that enable individuals with disabilities to live and work independently, attendant referrals, advocacy, peer counseling, and information related to housing and transportation. There are seven Independent Living Centers (ILCs) in L.A. County.
Statewide system of regional centers designed to assist families with disabilities.
LILA is an online information system that assists individuals with disabilities and seniors to locate programs and services. LILA’s databases include information on businesses, inclusive recreation programs, and independent living resources.
626-854-4892
The 250% Medi-Cal Working Disabled Program allows people with disabilities to earn income without losing their Medi-Cal or IHSS benefits. Further information can also be obtained by contacting your local independent Living Center.
