SSI Turns 50 This year the SSI (Supplemental Security Income) turns 50 years old. The emphasis this year is to make the SSI program more efficient. It was President Nixon who signed legislation creating the SSI program in 1972. The first checks rolled out in 1974. Now after more than…

SSDI vs SSI If you or someone close to you is blind or has a health condition that limits your ability to earn a living, financial help is available. Two federally funded programs that help people with disabilities cover their monthly expenses are the Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental…

The Key Differences Between A Social Security Disability Insurance Claim (SSDI) and A Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Claim What makes these two programs similar is that they both require the person to have an illness or condition that is expected to last at least 12 months or ultimately result in…

For SSDI, you must first prove that you are physically or mentally impaired. Second, you must have accrued enough work credits. Disability Determination Services will evaluate your condition based on the records and documentation.  SSI eligibility is not dependent on work credits. You may be eligible for SSI benefits if you meet most or all of these 5 standard requirements.

If you or someone close to you is blind or has a health condition that limits their ability to earn a living, financial help is available. Two federally funded programs that help people with disabilities cover their monthly expenses are Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income.