* Do you have a disability as defined by social security?
* Are you between the ages of 16-64?
* If you work, do you make at least $65.01 a month, $85.01 if self-employed?
* Are you earning at or above the federal minimum wage, (unless self-employed) from a competitive place of employment? Working Healthy is a state Medicaid program that helps individuals with disabilities increase their income, w
ithout losing benefits. Individuals on Working Healthy can earn more, save more, achieve their career goals, and still maintain their heath coverage. Once someone is on the Working Healthy Program, they may qualify for the WORK Program. The WORK Program assists paying for personal assistance services. This person may assist with bathing, grooming, laundry, plus more! The WORK Program may also help with some light assistance with your employment. Also, the program provides you with an Independent Living Counselor who can assist you while on the WORK Program processes. The Independent Living Counselors at COF pride themselves on going ABOVE and BEYOND! They are passionate in serving individuals with all disabilities. They honor personal choice, individual differences, and value cultural diversity. They promote your independence and quality of life to help you reach your employment goals. They are committed to assisting people with disabilities throughout the state of Kansas; they travel to YOU!
