I will refer you to this link from SSA's website regarding hospitalizations or institutional care for SSI. Remember, SSI is distinct from SSDI, so...

My partner is on SSDI, his daughter is almost 18 and we have a 16 mo old. Can we get benefits for the baby?

The baby would only be eligible for auxiliary SSDI benefits on the recipient's account if the baby is the child or legally adopted child of the...

I would definitely recommend speaking with an attorney in your area who handles child SSI claims. It would be hard to know for sure without...

Am I required to file for auxiliary ssdi benefits when I have a child?

From a Social Security perspective, and as far as social security is concerned, they don't require you to file for auxilliary benefits, but I don't...

I was approved for disability but they turn me down for SSI they said I didn't qualify for SSI I was unsure as to why can I file

If you applied for SSI, your application for disability insurance (SSDI) should have been automatically taken as well, assuming you had enough work...

MWhy was my child denied ssi and is in special education classes?

Social Security has strict requirements for childhood SSI cases. Having impairments and being in special education classes is definitely one piece...

HHow do I know if I'm getting ssi or ssdi?

If your benefit amount is more than $750 per month for 2018, that is a pretty good way to know you're getting SSDI. Otherwise, check your award...

Is there any loopholes or possible way to reopen fraud claims . the accounts were closed in 2016.

I'm really sorry to hear of the issues you have been having. I am not quite sure Social Security is the right area of law for this question,...

SSI benefits -- which are based on need, and affected by other sources of income -- would be impacted by a settlement. Any assets over $2,000 (or...

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I'm sorry to hear of your struggles with getting benefits for your daughter. This can certainly be a long a frustrating process. I agree with my...