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SSI — Supplemental Security Income (Disabled, Low Income)

Administered by Social Security Administration · ssa.gov

Monthly cash payments for disabled individuals with limited income and assets who haven't worked enough for SSDI. No work history required. Automatically qualifies you for Medicaid in most states.

Eligibility requirements

  • Disabled or age 65+
  • Income below $1,971/month
  • Assets below $2,000 (individual)
  • US citizen or qualified non-citizen
Insider tip

SSI and SSDI can be received simultaneously if your SSDI benefit is low. SSI also triggers automatic Medicaid in most states — critical for ongoing medical care after stroke or heart attack.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at ssa.gov

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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