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Aid to the Needy Disabled / Aid to the Blind

The Aid to the Needy Disabled (AND) program provides financial assistance to low-income Colorado residents age 18 to 59 who have at least a six-month total disability that precludes them from working.

The Aid to the Blind (AB) program serves people under age 60 who have at least a six-month total disability that precludes them from working. The goal of the program is to provide interim financial assistance while waiting for approval of Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Medical assistance is not provided under this program.

Both programs will provide up to $200 per month. However, other income, such as wages, may reduce the benefit amount paid. Benefits will begin one month after all eligibility requirements have been met and can be accessed by using the Quest (EBT) Card.

Eligibility

To qualify for AND or AB program benefits you must meet these eligibility requirements:

Meet the age requirements: 18 to 59 for AND and under 60 for AB.
Be a U.S. Citizen, a naturalized citizen, or an eligible legal resident
Be a resident of Colorado
Be a resident of Boulder County
Be certified by a Colorado licensed doctor as being disabled for at least six months without any work capacity
- For AND, print the doctor’s form, called a Med 9 (258 KB) and take it to your doctor to be completed
- For AB print the AB-5 (96 KB) and take it to your optometrist or ophthalmologist .
Applicants/recipients must apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Must meet the income and resource limits

Income & Resource Limits

Income is considered anything that can be used to meet expenses, such as food or shelter. Some types of income include Social Security benefits, SSI, Veteran’s Assistance, retirement pension, disability benefits, wages, etc. You must declare and verify all income. See below under “proof of resources” for examples of verification documents.

Earned income cannot exceed $189 per month
The applicant/recipient may have countable resources up to $2,000 for an individual or $3,000 for a married couple
- Types of resources include: cash, checking or savings accounts, certificates of deposit, vehicles, recreational vehicles, secondary property, stocks, bonds, investment retirement accounts, burial contracts or life insurance policies

Find out more about the income limits for all programs.

Apply for Benefits

There are many ways to apply for benefits. Select the option that is best for you.

There are several options available to you for obtaining and filing a Colorado Financial, Medical and Food Assistance Application Solicitud:

Print the online application using the link above, or secure a copy at one of our county office locations.
Complete the application and mail, fax or deliver it in-person to either office location.
If you are unable to go to the nearest office, you may have another person, called an authorized representative, apply on your behalf. You must designate the authorized representative in writing.

You are also welcome to contact our office if you have questions about these programs or any other program of interest.

Documents You'll Need

Documents you’ll need when Applying AND or AB

Proof of age, such as:

Birth certificate
Baptismal certificate
Statement from Social Security
Driver’s license
Picture identification card
Military discharge papers
Alien registration card
Naturalization papers

Proof of citizenship, such as:

Birth certificate, citizenship record, or Affidavit
Social Security card
Naturalization papers
Passport
Alien registration papers

Proof of Colorado residency, such as:

Client statement
Rent receipt
Mortgage statement
Lease agreement
Voter registration
Utility bill
Phone bill

Proof of your and your spouse’s gross income, such as:

Payroll check stubs
Letter from employer
Tax return
Statement of social security and SSI
Copies of checks for child support, alimony, self-employment, financial aid
Award letter

Proof of resources, such as:

Bank statements or letter from bank
Vehicle registration
Letter from the broker
Letter from Assessor’s office
Life insurance policy or letter from insurance company
Burial contract or policies
Tax return
Investment funds, stocks or bonds

Proof of application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), such as:

Receipt or letter from Social Security Administration showing application has been filed

Do not wait to apply if you do not have all of the verifications needed. You can gather information after your application has been received.

FAQs

Where can I get help applying for AND?

You can contact Boulder County Housing and Human Services at 303-441-1000. Or, if you would like to come into the office, we have two locations. In Boulder, the office is located at 3460 N Broadway St Boulder CO 80304 and the Longmont location is at 529 Coffman Street Longmont CO 80501.

How does the county determine disability for AND?

In order to determine disability for AND an applicant must be certified by a Colorado licensed doctor as being disabled for at least six months without any work capacity.

For AND, print the doctor’s form, called a Med 9 and take it to your doctor to be completed
For AB print the AB-5 and take it to your doctor.

What should I bring when applying?

Do not wait to apply if you do not have all of the verifications needed. You can gather information after your application has been received. You will need to provide proof of your identity and financial situation. This includes:
Proof of age, such as:

Birth certificate
Baptismal certificate
Statement from Social Security
Driver’s license
Picture identification card
Military discharge papers
Alien registration card
Naturalization papers

Proof of citizenship, such as:

Birth certificate, citizenship record, or Affidavit
Social Security card
Naturalization papers
Passport
Alien registration papers

Proof of Colorado residency, such as:

Client statement
Rent receipt
Mortgage statement
Lease agreement
Voter registration
Utility bill
Phone bill

Proof of your and your spouse’s gross income, such as:

Payroll check stubs
Letter from employer
Tax return
Statement of social security and SSI
Copies of checks for child support, alimony, self-employment, financial aid
Award letter

Proof of resources, such as:

Bank statements or letter from bank
Vehicle registration
Letter from the broker
Letter from Assessor’s office
Life insurance policy or letter from insurance company
Burial contract or policies
Tax return
Investment funds, stocks or bonds

Proof of application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), such as:

Receipt or letter from Social Security Administration showing application has been filed

Colorado PEAK is a State online service for Coloradoans to screen themselves and apply for medical, food, and cash assistance programs.

Visit Colorado PEAK to see if you are eligible and to apply!

Contact Us

Housing & Human Services

Phone: 303-441-1000
TTY: 1-800-659-3656
Fax: 303-441-1523
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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 471
Boulder, CO 80306

Boulder Location

3460 Broadway
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Fax: 720-564-2283
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday

Longmont Location

515 Coffman St.
Map and Directions Longmont Location
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday

Lafayette Location

1755 S. Public Road, Lafayette
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Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday/Thursday
Closed 1-2 p.m. for lunch.

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