SSI for Children (Supplemental Security Income)

“To be eligible for SSI benefits, a child must be either blind or disabled:”ssa.gov

“A child may be eligible for SSI disability benefits beginning as early as the date of birth; there is no minimum age requirement.”ssa.gov

“If a child is under age 18, not married, and lives at home with parent(s) who do not receive SSI benefits, we may consider a portion of the parents' income and resources as if they were available to the child.”ssa.gov

“The income limit increases for couples and when parents apply for children.”ssa.gov

“In most States, a child who gets SSI benefits can get Medicaid to help pay medical bills.”ssa.gov

“Even if the child is not eligible for SSI benefits, the child still may be eligible for Medicaid under other State rules.”ssa.gov

“También puede utilizar nuestra herramienta por internet para programar una cita.”ssa.gov

“You can also call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 to apply or schedule an appointment.”ssa.gov

“A member of our staff can answer your call from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.”ssa.gov

“at our TTY number, 1-800-325-0778”ssa.gov

“We provide free interpreter services upon request.”ssa.gov

“If you are applying for SSI payments for your child, you should have their Social Security number and birth certificate with you.”ssa.gov

“The report collects information about the child's disability and how it affects their ability to function.”ssa.gov

“The state agency may take six to eight months to decide if your child's condition meets our criteria for disability.”ssa.gov

“llame a nuestro número gratuito al 1-800-772-1213 y oprima el 7 para español”ssa.gov

“Puede completar un Child Disability Report (Informe de incapacidad para niños, solo en inglés) por internet.”ssa.gov

Spanish: Social Security has its own Spanish pages and a Spanish booklet. By phone: "llame a nuestro número gratuito al 1-800-772-1213 y oprima el 7 para español". The booklet says the Child Disability Report online is in English only: "solo en inglés". "Le ofrecemos interpretación gratuita si la requiere."