Qualifying for Supplemental Security Income with Social Security
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We pay monthly Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to people with disabilities who have low income and few resources, and people who are age 65 or older without disabilities who meet the financial limits.
Income is money you receive, such as wages, Social Security benefits, and pensions. Income also includes things like food and shelter. The amount of income you can receive each month and still get SSI depends partly on where you live.
Resources are things you own, including real estate, bank accounts, cash, stocks, and bonds, which we count in deciding if you qualify for SSI. You may be able to get SSI if your resources are worth $2,000 or less. A couple may be able to get SSI if they have resources worth $3,000 or less. If you own property that you are trying to sell, you may be able to get SSI while trying to sell it.
We will not count economic impact payments, also known as coronavirus stimulus payments or CARES Act payments, as income for SSI. These payments will also not count as resources for 12 months. You can learn more about qualifying for SSI by reading our publication, Supplemental Security Income.
If you’re an adult with a disability intending to file for both SSI and Social Security Disability Insurance, you can apply online for both benefits at the same time if you:
- Are between the ages of 18 and 65.
- Have never been married.
- Are a U.S. citizen residing in one of the 50 states, District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana Islands.
- Haven’t applied for or received SSI benefits in the past.
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Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner
Darlynda Bogle, Assistant Deputy Commissioner
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Mary J.
I’m curious if I can apply for ssi I’ve been out of work for months now I have May thurner syndrome can’t stand walk to long or sit to long leg is discolored dwelled back flow of blood that returns to my heart not working it’s 85% blocked I’ll need surgery in few week for a stent in left leg later on my right leg I was wondering if I can collect
Ashley A.
Thankyou so much Really You have given Valuable information
Ashley A.
Thankyou so much Really You have given Valuable information
Paul M.
I’m 66 years old, have Diabetes and recently has a Defibulator implanted in my Heart & currently collecting Social Security benefits. Do I qualify to collect supplemental pay or disability?
Vonda V.
Hi Paul, thank you for using our blog. When a person has reached their full retirement age (Currently 66) and is receiving Social Security retirement, they are no longer eligible for disability benefits.
To get SSI, you must be disabled, blind, or at least 65 years old and have “limited” income and resources. Check out our Understanding SSI web page for details.
If you have additional questions, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator . The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.
José M.
Are the USA citizens living in Puerto Rico entitled to receive SSD income? If not, why not.
Vonda V.
Hi Jose, thank you for your question. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for the eligibility requirements to get Social Security disability benefits. We hope this is helpful!
Elizabeth L.
Is SSD Income Taxable?
Vonda V.
Hi Elizabeth, thanks for using our blog to ask your question. Check out our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details on who must pay taxes on their Social Security benefits. We hope this helps!
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These payments will also not count as resources for 12 months. what do that mean, after 12 months the money you received for the stimulus will count as income and have to be paid back?
Vonda V.
Hi there. The value of your resources is one of the factors that determines whether you are eligible for SSI benefits. The limit for countable resources is $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. Check out the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Resources web page for details.
If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance or you can contact your local Social Security office. Please look for the general inquiry telephone number at the Social Security Office Locator. The number may appear under Show Additional Office Information. Please be aware that our call wait times are longer than normal. We hope this information helps.