Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) gives cash benefits to people who worked and paid Social Security taxes before their disabilities limited their ability to work.

Most California employees pay into a state insurance fund. If you've paid into the fund and can’t work because of a disability not related to your job, SDI pays you a benefit.

Short-term disability coverage provides a cash benefit to individuals who lose wages due to a disability. It usually lasts for up to one year.

Long-Term Disability Insurance will replace some of the income you lose when you can’t work because of a disability. Some people get this insurance through their employer.

CAPI provides cash assistance to aged, blind or disabled immigrants who do not qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) because of immigration status.

CalWORKs provides money to families to help pay for basic needs like food, clothing, and rent.

Pell Grants are financial aid that can help pay for tuition, fees or other educational expenses. They do not have to be repaid.