Government Resources

President Obama is committed to ensuring the Federal Government serves the American people with the
utmost effectiveness and efficiency. Below are some frequently asked questions regarding available government resources:

Employment

What resources are available to help me find a job?
What additional career resources are available for veterans?
Where can I file unemployment insurance claims?
Where can I find information on how to start or expand my business?

Housing

Where can I learn about programs to lower monthly mortgage payments or avoid foreclosure?
Where can I submit a complaint against a bank, servicer, or lender?
How can I find information about rental assistance programs?
Where can I find information about buying a home?
What assistance is available to low-income households for heating and cooling expenses?

Taxes

Where can I find information about how to file my taxes?
How can I find out the status of my refund?
Can I put a portion of my tax refund directly into my savings account?
How can I make a payment electronically or learn about IRS programs designed to help people experiencing hardship?

Student Loans

Where can I find information about Federal student aid and how to apply?
Where can I find information about repaying Federal student loans and the available options?
Where can I submit a complaint about my Federal student loan?
Where can I learn more about private student loans?
Where can I submit a complaint against a private lender?

Veterans and Service Members

How can I apply for benefits, check the status of my claim, or access my documents online?
Where can I find information about the Post-9/11 GI Bill?
Where can I search for resources for wounded warriors, service members, veterans, as well as their families and caregivers?

Disaster Assistance

What resources are available for those affected by natural disasters?
Where can I learn more about how I can prepare myself and my family before a natural disaster happens?
How can I contribute to recovery efforts?

Social Security

Where can I find information about Social Security benefits?
How can I apply for disability benefits, check the status of my application, or appeal a decision online?
How can I contact the Social Security Administration?

Health Care

Where can I find information about health care reform or find insurance options?
How can I locate free or low-cost health care in my community?
If I have a specific question about Medicare, who should I contact?

Immigration

Where can I find information about applying for immigration benefits?
Where can I get an update on the status of my application and the expected processing time?

Other

How can I report fraud?
Where can I learn about other government benefits I may be eligible to receive?
 

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Departments and Agencies

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Social Security Administration
Department of Veterans Affairs
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Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Department of State (Passports & Visas)