Why is the state of Washington giving me only $8 a month SSI and $635 disability?

Question

In california I was getting $8 SSI + $233 state supplemental + $635.

Do you think I can survive in washington with $450 left for food, transportation, laundry, hygiene supplies, electricity, gas, water, heat.

Answer 1

California and Washington are giving you the same SSI for a reason, SSI is Federal and not state determined. The Disability the state provides and welfare, food stamps, health insurance, etc are state controlled and monetary awards are different for each state. As for your personal survival on such a scant income all I can say is I wish the best of luck to you.

Answer 2

Obviously the State of California has a welfare program that is not shared by the State of Washington. It sounds like you need to go to the Washington talk to them about any supplemental they might have.

The amount is equal to about $850 a month in a job, since taxes are not taken out and you don't have "commute to work" expenses. That's roughly $5.50 an hour. And, eventually you'll be on Medicaid (if you're not already).

And, obviously you cannot live alone on that amount. Like anyone making $5.50 an hour, you're expected to find SOMETHING that you can do and transition off of welfare. I'm sorry if that offends you, but that is the honest truth.

Answer 3

Disability is determined by how much you have paid in over the years....and the cost of living where your currently reside. It is sad, but disability is lower then the poverty level. It SUCKS!

Answer 4

Why r u in washington? with the cost in california I am wondering how u did it here?do you have kids or is it just yourself?

Answer 5

do you have kids ask them them to brake it down 4 you so you can understand the cost off living their