When documenting disability, it is required that you obtain:
- Written verification of the disability from a professional licensed by the state to diagnose and treat the disability. His/her certification should state that the disability is expected to be long-continuing or indefinite duration and substantially impedes the individual's ability to live independently;
OR - Written verification from the Social Security Administration;
OR - The receipt of a disability check (e.g. Social Security Disability Insurance check or Veteran Disability Compensation);
OR - Intake staff-recorded observation of disability that, no later than 45 days from the application for assistance, is confirmed and accompanied by evidence the above forms or the form of other HUD approved documentation;