[maxlybbert]

Unfortunately, in the US, if your son receives Social Security disability checks, he can lose them by proving he is able to work ( https://philip.greenspun.com/blog/2017/09/20/social-security... , note that page refers to two different disability programs: one based on the disabled person's own work record, the other where a child can qualify for disability payments based on their parent's work record: https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10026.pdf ). It's a terrible disincentive that even trying to do something can disqualify you for the safety net you would need if your attempt fails.

Some states (say, Nevada) have wonderful programs and can assign you a social worker or other advocate who can recommend organizations that might help. Other states (say, South Carolina) are more bare-bones, or require you to fill out a 100-page application to be put on a multi-year waiting list before you can access the state's impressive resources. If you don't already know where your state fits on that continuum, you might want to ask your county health department or local school district (even if your son has aged out of their programs, they should know who to talk to).

[throwaway189262]

I agree with this. I'll add that if you want him to work and still receive aid you're probably better off moving to a state or country that doesn't treat their disabled so badly.

Of "first world" countries US is the worst place to be if you have disabilies.

[Alpha2020]

Agree. Will check the state programs. Thanks.