What is SSI (Supplemental Security Income)?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Federal program administered by SSA. The SSI program was established to provide cash assistance to individuals who: • Have limited income and resources; • Are age 65 or older; • Are blind; or • Are disabled. Disabled and blind children are also included in the SSI program.
SSI, or Supplemental Security Income, is a federal Social Security program that provides monthly cash payments to people who do not have much income or own many things. SSI is for elderly people, as well as blind or disabled people of any age, including children. People who don’t have enough work credits to be eligible for Social Security disability benefits may possibly qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if they have limited income and resources. You must be a U.S. resident and live in the United States or Northern Mariana Islands to get SSI. If you are not a U.S. citizen, but you are a resident, you still may be able to get Supplemental Security Income. To find out how you may be able to get SSI under these conditions, please contact us by using our free case evaluation form or calling us toll-free at (800) 336-7456.
SSI is a federal program that provides cash benefits to needy people who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled. For SSI, “disabled” means you cannot work because of a mental or physical problem that has lasted or is expected to last 12 months. Where do I apply for SSI? SSI is run by the Social Security Administration (SSA). To apply for SSI, you should contact your nearest Social Security office. How does Social Security decide if I am eligible for SSI? To be eligible for SSI you must prove that you are disabled and that you are financially needy. Social Security follows a procedure to decide whether or not you are eligible. First, Social Security looks at your financial situation. In most cases, if you are employed, you must make less than $940 per month. Social Security also looks at the finances and resources of others who live with you. Next, Social Security looks at your disability. How does Social Security decide if I am disabled? For SSI, “disabled” means that you cannot work beca
SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income. It’s a program run by Social Security. It pays monthly benefits to the elderly, the blind, and people with disabilities who meet certain income requirements. Can you collect Worker’s Compensation and Social Security together? Yes, however, your Social Security disability benefit will be reduced so that the combined amount of the Social Security benefit you and your family receive plus your workers’ compensation payment does not exceed 80 percent of your average current earnings. Can you request Social Security to estimate your Disability Benefits? Yes, by going to going to your local Social Security office and requesting Form SSA-7004-SM-OPI, Request for Earnings and Benefits Estimate Statement. Is it easier to prove disability for Social Security benefits for those approaching advanced age (50+)? Yes, the combination of advanced age, severe mental or physical impairment, and limited work experience can seriously affect a Claimant’s ability
