SSI Benefits?

Question

I heard that kids with ADD and ADHD are eligable for SSI benefits. So, would people with OCD and Bipolar be eligable for benefits as well?

By the way, this would be for an adult, not a child

How would I go about setting it up/getting started?

Answer 1

The Social Security Administration (SSA) doesn't just base SSI or SSDI eligibility on a diagnosis. What they're really looking at is if you're unable to work because of a physical and/or mental condition for 12 months or more. In 2006, SSA says that "work" (or Substantial Gainful Activity) is earned income of $860/month or more. This goes up a little each year.

SSI also requires that an unmarried individual have no more than $2,000 in resourses (assets) to be eligible ($3,000 for a couple). If married, a spouse's income can affect your eligibility. This is called "deemed income." SSA does not count the house you live in and one vehicle as assets. In most states, SSI comes with Medicaid.

SSDI does not have a resource limit. A spouse's income will have no impact on your eligibility. Medicare will be awarded on the 25th month after entitlement.

Answer 2

First let me say when you apply you will be turned down and need to get a Lawyer . Trust me it took me 8 years to get mine . And mine was for things more serious and Life Threatening too. Anyway , I know that it is very hard to get it for those reasons as they do not affect your physical side as much as say Cancer . Yes they are very real issues , cause I have 3 children who are Bipolar and ODD too. And one has Severe Asthma also , since she was 16 months old . I just want you to be prepared for all the paperwork and all the run around and you have strict income limits too. Just be prepared for all the stress , cause it will be stressful and Don't Give Up keep on reappling even if you get turned down . Use a SSI specialized Lawyer if you get a Denial Letter . They can help you with the next steps in getting the SSI . And make sure you see the Doctor on a regular basis , cause that will help you a great deal also . And continue even after you get approved , cause they are real strict about doing it. I know I have to see my Doctor once a month in order to keep mine and I've been doing this for 10 years now . I wish you luck . Let us know what happens for you.

Answer 3

yes they can qualify .. you can apply online or go to the social security office in your town . .www.socialsecurity.gov SSI is a program run by Social Security that pays monthly checks to the elderly, the blind and people with disabilities who don't own much or who don't have much income. If you get SSI, you usually get food stamps and Medicaid, too. Medicaid helps pay doctor and hospital bills.

While eligibility for Social Security disability is based on prior work under Social Security, SSI disability payments are made on the basis of financial need.

.Online using our Internet Social Security Benefit Application
By phone, mail or in person at any Social Security office. Call for an appointment. To get SSI benefits, you must be elderly or blind or have a disability.
A disability means you have a physical or mental problem that is expected to last at least a year or result in death. Children, as well as adults, can get benefits because of disability.
Also, the things you own and your income must be below certain amounts.

In addition to using our website, you also can call toll-free at 1-800-772-1213. We can answer specific questions and provide information by automated phone service 24 hours a day. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call our TTY number, 1-800-325-0778 .

Answer 4

SSI is based on need, so depending on the financial situation of the family, a child may not qualify for SSI. However, if a child qualifies for even $1 of SSI, (s)he automatically qualifies for Medicaid, and if medical and prescription bills are high, this could be a lifesaver! Here is a good website that explains more:

http://intotem.buffnet.net/mhw/32ab.html

Each case is treated individually and there are a lot of factors to be considered. SSI is not an entitlement program but a qualification program. In other words, you don't get it just because you have an illness - your illness, along with lots of other factors, are considered in deciding whether you qualify for benefits.

Answer 5

SSI is supplement income, for those who are at poverty level. SSD is Social Security Disability, and yes they are eligible to apply, depending on severity and if it gets approved.

Answer 6

Yes as long as documentation is provided with a medical diagnosis stating that. Call soical security to apply.

Answer 7

Yes they are and ssi will test you depends on severity of illness also

Answer 8

Quite possible. Contact your local SS office and start the proceedings. You will, of course, need medical documentation.

Answer 9

sure bipolar people get benifits

i collect for depression and anixity

Answer 10

add, adhd no,,,,bipolar , yes