December 26, 2019
Supplemental Security Income or SSI is a
federally funded benefit program managed by the U.S.
Social Security Administration (SSA). The program provides
financial help to disabled adults and children who have limited income and assets.
With SSI, citizens who need help with basic needs like clothing, food, shelter, and transportation receive cash benefits. Benefits.gov provides information on eligibility requirements for government benefits and can help you learn more about SSI.
With SSI, citizens who need help with basic needs like clothing, food, shelter, and transportation receive cash benefits. Benefits.gov provides information on eligibility requirements for government benefits and can help you learn more about SSI.
How does SSI differ from Social Security?
SSI is funded by general tax revenues, not Social Security
taxes. While you may qualify for Social Security based on years of work and
paying Social Security taxes, SSI is not based on prior work experience.
Who is eligible for SSI?
Do you think you may be eligible for SSI? Take our Benefit Finder to
learn if you may be eligible for this benefit and up to 1,000 more federal
government programs.
What are the eligibility requirements for
SSI?
- Must
be at least age 65 or be blind or disabled;
- Have
limited income and resources;
- Be
a citizen or a national of the U.S. or an alien who meets certain
requirements;
- Reside
in one of the 50 states, District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana
Islands, except for a child of military parent(s) assigned to permanent
duty anywhere outside the U.S. or certain students temporarily abroad.
Other factors that may affect your eligibility include marital
status, bank balance, and monthly income from work.
What documents will I need to apply for SSI?
- Social
Security number;
- Proof
of age (documents showing your date of birth);
- Record
of citizenship or alien status;
- Proof
of income (tax returns or payroll stubs);
- Proof
of resources (bank statements, vehicle registrations);
- Proof
of living arrangements (lease agreement, property tax bill, utility bills)
- Medical
sources (medical reports, contact information of medical providers);
- Work
history (names of employers, hours worked, description of duties
performed).
For a full breakdown of the documents you will need to apply for
Supplemental Security Income, visit ssa.gov. Even if you aren’t eligible for SSI,
you may be eligible to receive other government assistance. We encourage you to
browse Benefits.gov to find information on
government benefits.
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