May 2024: Benefits for Non-Citizens
- Average Rating:
- 13
- Categories:
- immigration | benefits | benefits planning
- Speaker:
- Erin Dudley, CPWIC, Youth-C, Vet-C | Keirstyn Silver, MS, CPRP, CPWIC, Vet-C
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 30 Minutes
- License:
- Never expires.
Description
Non-Citizens are able to access some benefits and entitlements however there are often additional eligibility requirements and time limits for this population. Navigating these differences can be especially challenging for those who speak English as a second language. This workshop will focus on which benefits are available to documented non-citizens and what steps are needed to access them along with resources available to those who need additional support.
Handouts
| Benefits for Non-Citizens Slides (0.23 MB) | 12 Pages | Available after Registration |
| SSI for Non-Citizens (0.71 MB) | 2 Pages | Available after Registration |
Speaker
Erin Dudley, CPWIC, Youth-C, Vet-C Related Seminars and Products
Assistant Director of Operations
MD Employment Network/ MD Benefits Counseling Network
Erin has built more than 10 years of social service experience with diverse populations across the country in both rural and urban areas; serving those with mental illness, co-occurring disorders, developmental disabilities and individuals experiencing homelessness. Erin received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Religion and Cultures. She became SOAR certified in 2016 and gained provisional Community Partner Work Incentive Counselor certification in the spring of 2019. In her role with MD-EN, Erin utilizes her skills and extensive experience to provide benefits planning and education to individuals seeking to enter or re-enter the workforce.
Keirstyn Silver, MS, CPRP, CPWIC, Vet-C Related Seminars and Products
Director of Operations
MD Employment Network/ MD Benefits Counseling Network
Keirstyn has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Public Administration and Policy. She is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner, as well as a Community Partner Work Incentive Counselor and a Veteran Work Incentive Practicioner. She has over a decade of providing and supervising behavioral health and evidence-based supported employment services. Keirstyn oversees the daily operations, communications, services, and marketing of the Maryland Employment Network. Keirstyn’s creativity, attention to detail and collaborative spirit help her to lead a high-quality program that is both innovative and growing.