these offices listed under Veterans Benefits Administration. Information maybe obtained from the nearest Regional Office by calling toll free 1-800-827-1000. Headquarters Office: Department of Veterans Affairs, Washington, DC 20420. Telephone: (202) 273-7355. SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME Current Year: Grants: $28,16l,000,000 Loans: $0,000 Other: $0,000 Total: $28,l6l,000,000 OBJECTIVES: To ensure a minimum level of income to persons who have attained age 65 or are blind or disabled, and whose income and resources are below specified levels. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Pre-application Coordination: None. This program is excluded from coverage under EO. 12372. Application Procedure: Telephone or visit the local Social Security Office. Award Procedure: The individual (and representative payee, if any,) will be notified by mail of award or denial. Deadlines: None. Benefits are not paid prior to the month following the month of application. However, an emergency advance payment may be available in the month of filing the application. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Telephone or visit the local Social Security Office. The appeal process ranges from a district office conference to a review by the Federal Courts. Appeals must be filed within 60 days of the date on which the applicant receives a written notice of unfavorable decision. Renewals: A re-determination of a person s benefit amount and continuing eligibility
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