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Should I apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Should I apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

A question that often comes up when someone is applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is how do I answer this question: 

  • Do you intend to apply for Supplemental Security Income? 

This question is asked on every SSDI application, but it is very important to know that only 10% of individuals that apply for SSDI are also eligible for SSI. SSI is the financial need-based disability program that has very strict asset limits. Most individuals applying for SSDI do not meet the asset limit criteria, and it will not be a good use of your time to complete the SSI application if you are well over the asset limit and monthly income limit: 

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So, when should you apply for SSI? 

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