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Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com

Created: July 04, 2006

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Eligibility Requirement:


Disability is defined as the inability to perform any substantial gainful activity (earning more than $800/mos, gross) and suffering from an incapacity or disease that is expected to last 12 months or longer or result in death.

Financial Eligibility:


Assets under $2000 for an individual or $3000 for a couple.

Benefit Amounts:


  • Automatic eligibility for Medicaid.
  • Up to $552/mos; $368.42 if living in another's household.
  • State SSI checks of $42 mailed quarterly ($27.99 if living in another's household).

Payment Intervals:


  • First day of the month for that month.
  • Presumptive SSI: documentation regarding diagnosis presented at application, may get check in 2-3 weeks.

Duration of Coverage:


  • Long-term based on continued eligibility.
  • Work incentives exist to encourage employment.

How to Apply:


Make an appointment with your local Social Security office. Interviews can be arranged by calling (800) 772-1213.

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