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Supplemental Security Income

What Can I Do?

I've been on SSI recently received a letter from Social Security stating that I had to come in and get on Social Security. So I did. As a result of making 3 dollars a.month to much money, I'm now left disabled with no medical help. What can I do? I'm already being paid below poverty level.

Hi,

I wish I could help you, but I really don't know what to tell you. Social Security is my only area of expertise, so I'm not sure what other sources of assistance might be available to you.

Posted: 
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 - 12:52

Is SSI Counted As Income For Food Stamps?

I live in Mn. If I get ssi is that included in my income for food stamps?

Hi,

I'm sorry, but I'm not an expert on the SNAP program so I can't answer your question. My expertise is limited to Social Security benefits. You may be able to find an answer to your question on the Department of Agriculture's website: (https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/eligibility#What are the SNAP income limits?), or you can check with the agency that handles the SNAP program in your area.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Saturday, July 21, 2018 - 10:47

Will I Be Able To Receive Some Of My Ex's Social Security In Addition To My SSI Disability?

I am on permanent SSI Disability for years. My ex husband will soon be retiring and I do not have enough points to get my own. I am 63 years old. Will SSI allow me to acquire some of his SS when he retires. My SSI Disability also covers my medical expenses. I'm also on Section 8 Housing. We got a $7.00 cost of living increase. Now, $7.00 of my $15.00 increase is actually $8.00. I rarely have money for food. I'm looking forward to your reply.

Hi,

Posted: 
Saturday, May 19, 2018 - 11:00

Are We Allowed To Use Proceeds From The Sale Of Our Home For Repairs And Upgrades To Our New Home?

Both my children receive SSI and we're just about to sell our home and downsize to something more manageable. It now looks like we're going to make more from the sale than anticipated and leave us with a surplus after we've purchased our new home. Knowing that we have 3 months to reinvest the money into housing, are we allowed to use the excess for home repairs and upgrades on the new place, or does the money all need to be spend in the sale itself? Concerned about the kids getting booted and losing their health coverage and trying to avoid a nightmare.

Posted: 
Wednesday, May 16, 2018 - 06:48

What Will Happen When I Apply For My Social Security?

Hi. I am 57 yrs old. I have not worked since 2008. My disability was approved in 2011.

My husband is still working and for the past severely years my disability check keeps going down. They say my husband makes too much money. I’m not sure I understand that. I only receive $367 per month. What will happen when i apply for my social security ?

Hi,

Posted: 
Tuesday, May 8, 2018 - 14:59
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