What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
SSI is a federal income supplement program that provides monthly financial aid to low-income, aged, blind and disabled. This program is funded by general tax revenues. The assistance offered by this program may be in addition to the Social Security Retirement, Disability, Spouse Widow/Widower benefits and-or any other income. It should be noted that the more income you have the lower the SSI benefit. To inquire further about this program you can contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213. You can also get further information at www.ssa.
Supplemental Security Income is an income assistance program offered by the Social Security Administration for senior citizens, the blind, or the disabled who have a net worth less than $2,000. To apply for benefits or to ask questions, contact the SSA at 1-800-772-1213. Due to the large volume of applications, the Social Security Administration requires time to process your request. You can generally expect an answer on your eligibility for SSI within two to six months.
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