Children with disabilities

If your son is a minor your income will affect his income. SSI is both a disability program and a needs-based program.

As a recent widow with a mentally and physically handicap child am i eligible for Social Security benefits at my age of 53.

I'm sorry for your loss. Your daughter may receive survivor's benefits from her dad until she is 18 and perhaps as an adult if she is found...

Where can I find an advocate for my 14 year old daughter?

Look on Avvo for a real lawyer, not just an advocate. You can also call the county bar association for referrals.

My son is diagnosed with ADHD and bipolar disorder. How severe does his condition have to be qualify for SSI and I am unemployed

Here's the text for children's mood disorders. http://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/112.00-MentalDisorders-Childhood.htm#112_04

My 14 yr.old son is diagnosed with ADHD and bipolar disorder. Can he qualify for ssi?

It sounds like his bipolar is severe if he was admitted to a psychological hospital. However, he also has to be disabled or expected to be disabled...

How much can social security make a payee pay back ?

I don't believe there is a cap for overpayment charges.

Will you lose social security disability if you win 25. 000 in lottery winnings

Lottery winnings should not affect Social Security Disability benefits. However, if you're receiving SSI, which is a needs-based benefit, it can...

My husband died in 2011. Do I qualify for social security benefits on his behalf?

The kids may receive survivors benefits until they are 18. You may qualify for your survivor's benefits if you're at least 60 and did not remarry...

An unpaid internship most likely would not require a Social Security number.

How long does disability take to get, and what is the fastest way to apply, also can i get back pay as i have been without work

It depends on what stage your claim gets approved. The initial level takes about 6 months to get a decision. If you're denied at the initial level,...