• Worksheet: Financial Analysis

    Worksheet: Financial Analysis

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  • This worksheet is designed to help you track and organize financial information applicable to determining what housing is appropriate for your loved one living with schizophrenia or a related psychotic disorder. Refer to the “Part 3: Understanding Financial Considerations” of the toolkit to learn more about the various financial factors to keep in mind and note that not all financial options may apply to your loved one’s situation. 

    Important Note: Eligibility for programs and coverage varies significantly by location and individual circumstances. This worksheet is a tool to help you gather information; always verify details with official sources.  


    When you've completed the worksheet, you can print the page to store in your records or save the form to your personal Jotform account. S&PAA does not keep documentation from completed worksheets.

  • Section 1: Understanding Your Loved One’s Current Financial Situation 

  • Knowing their current income and assets is the first step; and other financial options to build into your analysis of sources of funding to pay for housing. This includes disability, employment, other family assets, and even other external sources.  

    There are a number of possible income sources, including SSI (Supplemental Security Income), SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), other disability benefits, and employment Income.  To learn more about SSI and SSDI, see the section below. In addition, your calculations may include support from family members.  Be sure to assess what money might be available on hand for initial deposits or ongoing support. 

  • 1.1 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) & Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) 
    Supplemental Security Income (SSI) & Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are federal programs that provide income which can be used for housing costs.  
    Social Security Administration (SSA) 

    Phone number: 1-800-772-1213 
    Website: ssa.gov 

    Ensure your benefits are current and correct, as they may change from year to year. Read the newest updates on the SSA webpage for press releases. 

    SSA has guidance on your benefit amount based on where you live, and the amount can vary. Visit the SSA webpage on housing to learn more.

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  • Representative Payee 
    If needed, discuss representative payee options with the Social Security Administration. The representative payee is someone the SSA appoints, such as a family member, friend, or agency, to receive and manage SSI/SSDI payments for someone who can't handle their own finances. Their key duty is to spend the person’s benefits on essentials (food, housing, healthcare, etc.) and future planning while acting in the person's best interest. 

    If you are the individual’s representative payee, then you can handle the finances related to SSI/SSDI payments. If not, go to the representative payee to handle these concerns. 

  • 1.2 Temporary Financial Support / Other Programs 
    Please review financial support pages of the "Part 3: Understanding Financial Considerations" of the toolkit to determine if any of the below might apply to your loved one. Identify any applicable sources in the below section. Pull that funding source into the funding chart in section 1.3. 

    State/Local Housing Subsidies & Assistance:


  • Nonprofit Organizations:


  • Charitable Organizations:


  • Other Temporary Support:

  • 1.3 Pulling it all together: What are your total possible income sources?  

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  • Section 2: Exploring Insurance Options for Housing & Support 

  • Depending on the insurance your loved one currently has, there might be an opportunity to obtain support from them for housing. Insurance is either privately held or through the government (Medicaid or Medicare). Use the following to identify which applies and what services you can glean.

  • 2.2 Private Health Insurance

    Be sure to contact the insurance company to confirm coverage for any relevant services or residential care options. Get this in writing if possible, including the sections below to start.

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  • 2.3 Medicare

    Contact Phone Number (1-800-MEDICARE): 1-800-633-4227 

    Website: medicare.gov 

    Medicare generally does NOT cover long-term residential care or non-medical support services in a housing setting. However, it may cover specific medical services received while in housing (e.g., doctor visits, therapy).  

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  • 2.4 Medicaid (State-Specific)

    Medicaid is often a crucial source for long-term care and support services, but eligibility and covered services vary greatly by state. Contact the state Medicaid office or a local benefits counselor for personalized assistance.

    Document below the important details for your state-based Medicaid program and consider what might be available for housing:

  • Does the state Medicaid program have waivers or programs that cover:

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  • Section 3: Action Plan & Next Steps 

  • Section 4: Important Contacts & Notes

    Consult a Professional: Consider consulting with a social worker, case manager, or benefits counselor who specializes in disability and housing resources. They can provide invaluable guidance.
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  • This worksheet is a starting point, and gathering all this information may take some time and persistence. Don’t forget to be patient and kind with yourself through the process. Remember, you are doing important work in supporting your loved one.

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