Eligibility for Supplemental Security Income

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Supplemental Security Income

You May Be Eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Even If You Have never Worked.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program managed by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides monthly financial support to individuals who are blind, aged 65 or older, or have a qualifying disability. This program also extends to children who are blind or have disabilities.

SSI eligibility requirements

The income limits for SSI are $1,971 per month for individuals and $2,915 per month for couples. The asset limit is $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples. However, your primary residence and first vehicle are not counted towards the asset limit.

Additional Benefits for New York State Residents

New York State (NYS) offers several programs and benefits to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, including:

  • New York State Supplementary Payment (SSP): A cash payment that may be added to the SSI benefit. The amount of the SSP is based on information from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and information reported to NYS.
  • Emergency assistance grants: These grants can help with health, safety, and welfare for eligible SSI recipients.
  • Shelter-related expenses: These grants can help with moving costs, security deposits, and more.
  • Replacement of basic needs items: These grants can help replace lost items like furniture, clothing, food, and fuel.
  • Repair or replacement of major appliances: These grants can help repair or replace essential household equipment.
  • Food for guide dog: A recurring grant for unemployed blind or deaf SSI recipients to purchase food for a guide dog.
  • SNAP benefits: Benefits may be adjusted up to the maximum SNAP benefit level, which can be as high as $292.
  • HIV Uninsured Care Programs: These programs can help cover the cost of HIV health care and medications.
  • SSI: recipients in New York State are automatically eligible for Medicaid. SSI recipients do not need to apply for Medicaid separately.

Green Card holders may also qualify for SSI. Don’t suffer in silence, seek help.

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