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What is the difference in Social Security Disability (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) pays benefits to you and certain members of your family if you are "insured" meaning that you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes. SSDI is paid to those individuals that are “disabled” determined by the Social Security Administration or to survivors of the individual that has paid into the system.
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Who can get disability benefits under Social Security or Supplemental Security Income?

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Under the Social Security Disability Insurance Program (SSDI/Title II), there are three basic categories of individuals who can qualify for cash benefits on the basis of disability: A person under age 65 who worked long enough to be covered under Social Security and then had to stop working due to a disability.
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Can I receive Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and VA disability benefits at the same time?

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You can receive SSDI benefits and service-connected compensation without any offset to either amount. However, if you receive a non-service connected VA pension, SSDI benefits WILL be subtracted from your VA disability pension check. More Questions on this topic? Ask it here http://www.hadit.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=1499
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WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY AND SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI)?

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Both programs are administered by the Social Security Administration. For most people, the medical requirements are the same and the person's disability is determined by the same process. The major difference is that SSI disability benefit awards are also based on financial need. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI or DIB or Title II) is a program financed with Social Security taxes paid by workers, employers and self-employed persons.
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How can I apply for Social Security Disability( SSD ) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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Anyone can go to the local Social Security office and apply in person. You can now apply for Social Security Disability ( SSD ) online but you cannot yet apply for Supplemental Security Income ( SSI ) online. The best way is to contact Binder & Binder and have us apply for you because this way we make sure that you are accurately stating the information Social Security needs to process your case and are not leaving anything out or giving the wrong answers to tricky questions.
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What is the difference between Social Security disability and SSI?

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Social Security disability insurance is a program that workers, employers and the self-employed pay for with their Social Security taxes. You qualify for these benefits based on your work history, and the amount of your benefit is based on your earnings. SSI is a program financed through general tax revenues-not through Social Security trust funds. SSI disability benefits are paid to people who have a disability and who don't own much or have a lot of income.
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What is the difference between SSI and Disability Social Security?

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SSI is Supplemental Security Income. If you are determined disabled, even if you have not worked and paid into social Security, you may be entitled to SSI benefits. If you are entitled to SSI, you may also receive Medicaid. If you have worked and paid into Social Security, you may qualify for Disability Social Security benefits. If you qualify for Disability Social Security, you may also receive Medicare benefits.
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What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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SSI is a federal program for people with low income or capital who are 65 or older, or have a disability. The program is paid by the general revenues of the U.S. and, in states which supplement SSI, from state funds.
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The SSI program provides monthly income to people who are age 65 or older, or are blind or disabled, and have limited income and financial resources. Effective January 2004 the SSI payment for an eligible individual is $564 per month and $846 per month for an eligible couple. If you are married, and only one person is eligible, a portion of your spouse's income may be counted. In addition, your financial resources (savings and assets you own) cannot exceed $2,000 ($3,000 if married).
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If you automatically qualify, you will receive an application from the Social Security Administration (SSA). When you get this application, fill it out and send it back to SSA as soon as possible.
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If I apply, will that affect my Social Security benefits like Medicaid, SSI, or SSDI?

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No. Applying to DRS will not affect these benefits. However, once you start working, these benefits may be changed. Call your local Social Security office for more information. A DRS counselor will also be happy to talk about your job plans and how they may affect your benefits.
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Social Security Administration: Frequently Asked Questions
According to the SSA's web site, the Social Security Administration is responsible for two major programs that provide benefits based on disability: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is financed with Social Security taxes paid by workers, employers, and self-employed persons.
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Senior & & Disabled Questions & Answers
A The Social Security Administration is responsible for two major programs that provide benefits based on disability: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), which is based on prior work under Social Security, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Under SSI, payments are made on the basis of financial need. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is financed with Social Security taxes paid by workers, employers, and self-employed persons.
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Maine Social Security Disability Appeals - FAQ
Both programs are administered by the Social Security Administration. For most people, the medical requirements for each program are the same and the person's disability is determined by the same process, although each program has some distinctions, as noted below. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a program financed with Social Security taxes paid by workers, employers and self-employed persons.
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The Social Security Administration is responsible for two major programs that provide benefits based on disability: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a disability insurance program financed with Social Security taxes paid by workers, employers, and self-employed persons. To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance the worker must earn a certain level of credits based on taxable work.
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How serious does my condition have to be for me to get Social Security Disability or SSI?

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The Social Security Administration defines disability as any physical or mental problem that prevents you from working; the condition must be expected to last at least a year, or result in death. Unlike some programs, Social Security does not pay for partial or short-term disability. It is intended to provide income for you and your family when you are unable to do any type of work for which your are suited.
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What is the difference between SSDI and SSI?

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Social Security Disability Insurance is a program based upon contributions made by individuals working and paying Social Security taxes. Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) taxes are withheld by the Social Security Administration on wages paid to an individual. If you work and earn enough credits you become insured for a disability benefit. You can earn up to four credits per year. The number of work credits needed for SSDI benefits depends on your age when you become disabled.
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Is there a limit on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits?

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No. You will continue to receive a disability benefit as long as your condition keeps you from working. Your case, however, will be reviewed periodically to see if there has been any improvement in your condition and whether you are still eligible for benefits. If you are still eligible when you reach 65, your disability benefits will be automatically converted to Social Security retirement benefits.
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What is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

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Social Security Disability Insurance is a payroll tax-funded, federal insurance program. Its purpose is to provide income to people unable to work because of a disability. It is administered by the Social Security Administration.
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Can someone win Supplemental Security Income and not win Social Security Disability?

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Yes, and it happens quite often. Remember, for Social Security Disability ( SSD ) , you must also meet the insured status. Many people whose insured status has expired because they haven’t worked recently can get Supplemental Security Income ( SSI ) if they can prove a recent disability. You can also get disability and not get Supplemental Security Income ( SSI ) .
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Supplemental Security Income is an income assistance program offered by the Social Security Administration for senior citizens, the blind, or the disabled who have a net worth less than $2,000. To apply for benefits or to ask questions, contact the SSA at 1-800-772-1213. Due to the large volume of applications, the Social Security Administration requires time to process your request. You can generally expect an answer on your eligibility for SSI within two to six months.
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I DESCRIBE SSI AS THE "POOR MAN'S DISABILITY." A PERSON DOES NOT HAVE TO EVER WORK TO GET SSI BENEFITS. THE QUALIFICATIONS ARE THAT A PERSON IS DISABLED AND VIRTUALLY WITHOUT ASSETS. IN OTHER WORDS, THE PERSON HAS TO MEET FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS, AS WELL AS PROVE THAT HE IS UNABLE TO PERFORM SUBSTANTIAL GAINFUL ACTIVITY.Ó BOTH PRE-REQUISITES MUST BE MET OR THE PERSON DOES NOT QUALIFY.
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How do I apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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To apply for benefits or to ask questions, contact the SSA at 1-800-772-1213. They have a TTY phone connections as well at 1-800-325-0778.
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Who may qualify for supplemental security income (SSI)?

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Adult Supplemental Security Income (SSI) ? If you have not worked enough in the past 10 years to be insured for DIB or have not worked at all in the last 10 years you may still be eligible for another disability payment called Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This disability program is administered by the federal government and the Social Security Administration but the funds paid do not come out of the Social Security fund.
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My ex-spouse collects Social Security Disability. Can income withholding occur on that check?

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Yes, there can be income withholding for Social Security Disability and Social Security Retirement benefits. There cannot be a withholding for SSI because those benefits are a form of public assistance. The law requires the non-residential parent to notify the CSEA when a change in employment occurs. Even if he/she doesn't, the employment or assets are reported through the New Hire Reporting Program.
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