PDS is contracted through the MN Department of Human Services (DHS) to assist Minnesotans in accessing Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Income (SSDI).

Purpose of the SOAR Program

The SOAR Program (SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery) helps adults in Minnesota who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless apply for Social Security disability benefits (SSI/SSDI).

PDS Certified SOAR Advocates offer free, personalized support throughout the entire application process. We simplify the process and guide you step-by-step through all the requirements to improve your chances of approval.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for SOAR services through PDS, you must:

• Be currently homeless, at risk of homelessness, or living in permanent supportive housing

• Have a documented physical or mental disability expected to last 1 year or longer

• Be a Minnesota resident

• Be between ages 18–64

What SOAR Services Include

Our trained & certified advocates provide intensive, hands-on assistance with every step of the disability benefits process.

What to Expect

• Your advocate will stay in contact with you from start to finish

• PDS will complete your full application, including the Medical Summary & Functional Report using the nationally recognized SOAR model

• Services are certified and monitored by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS)

Application Support & Additional Services

• Complete and submit initial SSI/SSDI applications

• Assist with reconsideration and appeals, including Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearings

• Maintain Social Security disability benefits

• Maximize benefits

• Warm hand-off/referral to external community resources

How to Get Started

Fill out the referral form to make a referral
Or contact us directly to learn more.