Independence and Self-Sufficiency
M.E.D. Works has a special account for people who need to place excess resources into an approved account for the purpose of purchasing goods or services that will increase employability and independence.
This is money that you have set aside or will be saving to buy items or services that you need to keep your employment or help improve your employability or independence. If approved, this money does not count for M.E.D. Works eligibility.
Up to $20,000 can be approved to be set aside for independence and self-sufficiency. You must explain how you determined the amount you are requesting.
Your request will be considered based on your own personal situation. To save money in the Savings for Independence and Self-Sufficiency account, items or services, including special adaptive and assistive devices must meet some important criteria:
- Your savings will be used to buy something that is necessary for you to keep or increase your employability.
- You explain what will be purchased and give the time frame you have established for the purchase.
- Your goal(s) must be reasonably achievable
- The account must not be used for personal recreation.
- You must specify the purpose for the account. Accounts for general savings will not be approved, nor will approval be given for items or services that Medicaid or another public program will provide.
Self-Sufficiency and Independence Account Form
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