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This document defines employer subsidies and how they may affect the substantial gainful activity (SGA) determination.
Tags: At-a-Glance, Social Security, SSI and SSDI Appeals and Denials, Supplemental Security Income
Language: English
Under SSI rules, “resources” can include cash, other liquid assets, or real or personal property that an individual owns and could convert to cash that can be used to provide for food or shelter. This document defines types of resources and exclusions for SSI qualifications.
Tags: At-a-Glance, Supplemental Security Income
Per SSI rules, “income” includes anything received in cash or in kind that can be used to meet needs for food or shelter. This document defines types of income and exclusions for SSI qualifications.
The criteria for considering a person disabled will be different for children under the age of 18 than it is for adults. This document discusses the criteria and definitions for disability in children under 18.
Tags: At-a-Glance, SSI and SSDI Appeals and Denials, Supplemental Security Income
When a child or an adult plans to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, it is important to know what documents the SSI program will need to process the claim. This document reviews the SSI application process, including documents and proof needed for the application.
As the criteria for SSI is different for children and adults, once a child reaches the age of 18, a review is scheduled to determine whether their condition or illness meets the SSI definition of disability for an adult. This document discusses what to expect during this review.
This document reviews the substantial gainful activity rule for SSDI’s trial work period, extended period of eligibility, and expedited reinstatement rules.
Tags: At-a-Glance, Social Security, SSI and SSDI Appeals and Denials, Supplemental Security Income, Work Incentives
If you are under age 22 and regularly attending school, the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program does not count earned income up to a certain amount. This document provides the 2025 calculations for students earning income and how this affects SSI payments, along with definitions and qualifications for students.
Tags: At-a-Glance, Other Useful Resources, Supplemental Security Income
This document explains the section 301 rule, which is designed to protect the benefits of persons who participate in an approved vocational rehabilitation program.
Tags: At-a-Glance, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, SSI and SSDI Appeals and Denials, Supplemental Security Income
This document gives an overview of representative payees, how to designate and change your payee, and the rights and responsibilities of your payee.
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