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Student Loan Forgiveness for People with Disabilities
Posted on July 13, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits, Personal Finance, Uncategorized.
Many people with disabilities are struggling with student loans they cannot afford to pay. When you have a disability, one of the easiest ways to get student loan relief is through the Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) discharge program. Keep reading to learn more! Loan Forgiveness The Department of Education offers several loan forgiveness programsREAD MORE >
July Classes & Events
Posted on July 6, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits, Personal Finance, Webinar.
Check out what we’ve got going on in July! July 7th at 12:00 PDT – How to Make a Budget & Save Learn the basics of budgeting and saving, including strategies to save without impacting asset restricted benefits. Leave knowing how to make a budget, what to do when you have limited resources, and withREAD MORE >
Northwest Access Fund’s June Impact
Independence is priceless. We make it affordable. Read on to see how we’re doing it. Our Impact This Fiscal Year (Our Fiscal Year Started October 1) Number of Coaching Sessions: 1,131 Number of Coaching Clients: 356 Number of Loans Dispersed: 131 Total Amount Dispersed: $1,287,032 Client Story from our Small Business Program: For theREAD MORE >
SSI’s Age-18 Redetermination
Posted on June 22, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits.
What happens to a child’s SSI benefits when they become an adult? Social Security uses an Age-18 Redetermination process to decide if benefits can continue. Keep reading to learn more! Definition of Disability In addition to financial requirements, eligibility for SSI is based on Social Security’s definition of disability. Social Security has two definitions ofREAD MORE >
Resource Roundup: Summer Food Programs
Posted on June 15, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog.
Every month Northwest Access Fund spotlights organizations and resources that help specific populations we serve or provide information on timely topics. June’s Resource Roundup is highlighting Summer Food Programs. Find resources that can help kids stay fed this summer. Read on to learn more. Summer EBT – Summer EBT (called SUN Bucks in Washington) isREAD MORE >
SSDI Work Phases: Expedited Reinstatement
Posted on June 8, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits.
Did you know working can impact your eligibility for disability benefits like SSDI? But what exactly happens to your benefit as you work can be complicated. This article is the third in our series explaining what to expect when you start working and receive SSDI. Keep reading to learn more! SSDI has three work phases:READ MORE >
June Classes & Events
Posted on June 1, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits, Personal Finance, Webinar.
Check out what we’ve got going on in June! June 2nd at 12:00 PDT – How to Make a Budget & Save Learn the basics of budgeting and saving, including strategies to save without impacting asset restricted benefits. Leave knowing how to make a budget, what to do when you have limited resources, and withREAD MORE >
SSDI Work Phases: Extended Period of Eligibility
Posted on May 26, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits.
Did you know working can impact your eligibility for disability benefits like SSDI? But what exactly happens to your benefit as you work can be complicated. This article is the second our series explaining what to expect when you start working and receive SSDI. Keep reading to learn more! SSDI has three work phases: theREAD MORE >
Resource Roundup: Pet Resources
Posted on May 18, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Personal Finance.
Every month Northwest Access Fund spotlights organizations and resources that help specific populations we serve or provide information on timely topics. May’s Resource Roundup is highlighting state-specific and national Pet Resources. Find resources that can provide pet food and supplies and help with veterinary care. Read on to learn more. National Resources The Onyx andREAD MORE >
SSDI Work Phases: Trial Work Period
Posted on May 11, 2026 by Bea Bany in Blog, Disability Benefits.
Did you know working can impact your eligibility for disability benefits like SSDI? But what exactly happens to your benefit as you work can be complicated. This article is the first our series explaining what to expect when you start working and receive SSDI. Keep reading to learn more! SSDI has three work phases: theREAD MORE >