Why some SSDI recipients should apply in October for this Federal benefit

Why some SSDI recipients should apply in October for this Federal benefit

Even if someone gets SSDI and has a low income, they might not be able to get SSI. Just so you know, Supplemental Security Income can be used with Social Security Disability Insurance payouts.

There were times when you didn’t get approved because your pay was a little higher. If you almost got the job after applying, you should try again in October. This is because Social Security has changed some rules and made more people eligible.

What changes has Social Security brought for SSI that could benefit SSDI recipients?

The Social Security Administration implemented some changes that took effect last September 30, 2024. They were:

  • expansion of the definition of public assistance household (great if you are on SNAP apart from SSDI)
  • SSA will no longer include food in ISM (In-kind Support and Maintenance) calculations
  • expansion of the rental subsidy policy to all SSI applicants

If you would like to know how these measures are affecting some recipients, the removal of food in the ISM calculations itself has increased benefits by 131 dollars for more than 90,000. And about $132 for those who benefit from not being subject to ISM in the form of rental assistance, about 41,000 in total.

Why some SSDI recipients should apply in October for this Federal benefit
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How much could get SSDI recipients from SSI?

You are probably going to get less than the maximum amount because you are getting SSDI payments. That means you might not be able to get the maximum amount of $943 for an individual or the full amount of $1,415 for a married couple who is qualified.

Your amount may be more like the amount you get in average payments. That being said, it will depend on your personal and financial state. In this case, the normal SSI amount is $698. SSDI recipients get an average of $1,539 a month.

For people aged 65 and up, remember that the usual payment is the lowest. This is because a lot of the time, they get money when they leave. Most of the time, SSI gives them $575.

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