Government Resources

Federal government offices in or around the 8th district

• Congressman Matthew Cartwright
• U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Other Government Information

• USA.gov: The U.S. Government's Official Web Portal

Some Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

Social Security and Medicare

My office can help you with determining Social Security benefits, as well as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicare eligibility.

• Do you want to know if you qualify for disability and SSI? Use Social Security's Screening Tool (BEST) to check if you do.
• Do you need information on how to apply for Medicare? Go to the Medicare Frequently Asked Questions page.
• Do you have other general questions about social security services and benefits? Find an answer on the Social Security Administration's Answers to Your Questions page.

Veterans Benefits

My office can assist you with receiving benefits, eligibility determination, and replacement of medals earned.

• Would you like to apply for veterans benefits? Use VONAPP to apply online.
• Would you like to appeal a decision? Find out how at the Board of Veterans Appeals.

» More Information for Veterans