Question about SSI - Page 2

CJB · 08-26-2009, 02:15 AM

One of the reasons I really need SSI is the medical stuff. I have multiple disabilities, all of which require taking care of by various medical specialists. So the medicaid will be a huge plus.

I work a few hours here and there for a friend and I do it from my computer at home. I'm not very mobile because of my other disabilities which is the main reason why I need the SSI. I can't just get up and get a job, not to mention most people wouldn't even think for a second about hiring a deafblind person.

cdmeggers · 08-26-2009, 02:50 PM

sounds reasonable. I'm sure the medicaid will be very helpful in your case. That was why I went the SSI avenue, to get the medicaid so I can get a cochlear implant. I can't afford health insurance, I only work part time. The CI center encouraged me to try SSI to get the Medicaid so that was what I did. I don't plan on being on SSI/SSDI forever, just until I can get the implant and enough money coming in by working.

OpheliaSpeaks · 08-28-2009, 08:21 PM

CJB - I see you're in the US. It is possible to get Medicaid without getting SSDI. I have Medicaid but not SSDI (I am currently appealing and waiting on a hearing with a judge).

CJB · 08-28-2009, 09:06 PM

Thanks OpheliaSpeaks. I know that people that get SSI already automatically qualify for Medicaid. That's half the reason I need the SSI, is to pay the medical bills.

webexplorer · 08-28-2009, 11:41 PM

I am not quite sure what you said. You said that you work for a few hours which mean that you have a job no matter what. A SSI is required for someone who has no job at all. If you do, then you would able to get a SSI, and even your health expenses are covered by Medicaid. However, it has a serious drawback. It would be nice for everyone to get a Medicaid without SSI, but that would never happen.

The drawback is when you dies, the government has the right to sell your house and your households period. The money will go back to the government for another people who need the Medicaid. Medicare is all right. Medicaid is something that you have to be careful with the agreement on your signature - always read the fine prints. Actually, Medicare and Medicaid are the same, but a little different policy.

Many deaf people will have a big problem in 10 years ?? (or unsure 2025 or 2050) because the Republican Congress people want to get rid of the Medicaid System, and the government made the decision to announce that there will be no more funds - that was in Bush's term. Too late now because I bet that he signed the papers secretly. It was the same thing for Ronald Regan's signature, in a secret vote meeting, that changed the Retirement Age Law from 65 to 67 (It's for people who are young and middle ages). Social Security FAQ - Learn About the Law

CJB · 08-29-2009, 12:35 AM

It's not a real job because it's not a reliable source of income. Sometimes she has a project for me, sometimes she doesn't.

I'm not sure about other states, but I know in my state you can both receive SSI if you're blind and employed and you can receive Medicaid even if you don't receive SSI.

Keiro · 09-01-2009, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by CJB

It's not a real job because it's not a reliable source of income. Sometimes she has a project for me, sometimes she doesn't.

I'm not sure about other states, but I know in my state you can both receive SSI if you're blind and employed and you can receive Medicaid even if you don't receive SSI.

Actually, that's somewhat correct.

You CAN get SSI. But as long as they know you're working, they'll cut back on the amount they pay you.

Or depending on the job situation, if you're able to get a full-time job and work just fine, they'll stop sending you SSI checks.

It just depends heavily on how much your job pays you and how many hours you work, among other factors.

CJB · 09-01-2009, 03:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keiro

Actually, that's somewhat correct.

You CAN get SSI. But as long as they know you're working, they'll cut back on the amount they pay you.

Or depending on the job situation, if you're able to get a full-time job and work just fine, they'll stop sending you SSI checks.

It just depends heavily on how much your job pays you and how many hours you work, among other factors.

I'd say about $120 a month, some months. That's why I don't count it. That's just enough to pay for one of my medications.

PowerWCRulez · 09-01-2009, 01:09 PM

I do have a Medicare and Medicaid, my Medicare is a primary insurance and then Medicaid on secondary, everything full 100 percents, except the RX Insurance (Medicare D) only pay 95 percents and I pay a 5 percents on my medication cost fairly cheap price, My 2 meds just $2.20 quarterly (every 3 months).

Medicare; Hospital, Medical appts / Urgent Care / Wheelchair shops / Hospital bed shops
Medicaid; Hospital, Medical appts / Urgent Care / Medic Bus Ride (Ambulance bus or private transportation) for medical appts / Wheelchair shops / Hospital bed shops and waivered services.
AARP RX (Medicare D) for RX meds.

cdmeggers · 09-07-2009, 04:56 AM

I work part-time and get SSI. I was told as long as I don't make over $960 a month, I qualify for SSI. My SSI payments only $116 a month, and I make $600-800 at my job, depending on how many hours I work. I also still live at home with my mom (no rent, I don't pay any utility bills, and buy only a small portion of my own groceries), have no idea if the SSI payment would be different if I was living on my own, eh. I'm working on housing assistance, still need to fill out paperwork for it to get on a waiting list.

but yeah, you can still work even if you're on SSI. Just let the SSA office know about it and how much money you're earning from the job. You have to give them a copy of your paycheck stubs at the end of each month as proof of income and they will figure out how much your SSI payments will be based off your income, etc.

Frisky Feline · 09-07-2009, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by cdmeggers

I work part-time and get SSI. I was told as long as I don't make over $960 a month, I qualify for SSI. My SSI payments only $116 a month, and I make $600-800 at my job, depending on how many hours I work. I also still live at home with my mom (no rent, I don't pay any utility bills, and buy only a small portion of my own groceries), have no idea if the SSI payment would be different if I was living on my own, eh. I'm working on housing assistance, still need to fill out paperwork for it to get on a waiting list.

but yeah, you can still work even if you're on SSI. Just let the SSA office know about it and how much money you're earning from the job. You have to give them a copy of your paycheck stubs at the end of each month as proof of income and they will figure out how much your SSI payments will be based off your income, etc.

I suggest to check your benefit, it doesn't sound like to me, that isnt SSI. Your comment sounds like to me SSDI. SSDI aka Social Security Disability Benefit is based on what you did work in the past and then receives SSDI therefore you would allow to earn up to 960 per months, Not SSI. SSI aka Supplemental Security Income only allow someone who works but will be the same amount what you make from working and only as to what SSI's limited amount of benefit that pays you. I encourage you to ask your claims representative to see what kind of benefit did you get and ask again the same question about allowing to earn up to 960$ per month or what. In case, sometimes, some claims represtative didn't look at your system/record by your asking questions and assume you were on SSDI then give you incorrect informations. Just ask Claims rep to make sure if you are on SSI then Ask for how much limited amount of earning for you to make. It better to be ask SSA to make sure all is set.

SSI and SSDI have different criteria with earning of working information.

edit:::: i just saw your other post that you are receving both ssdi and ssi. then it would be different story. SSI would not pay you but still on SSI system because you are on SSDI and work. If you quit working, then SSI will come back to combine with SSDI. it depends on how much amount of $$ where you live. Gotcha. It's safer to ask SSA every month to be on the same pages as SSA and you.

cdmeggers · 09-08-2009, 04:24 PM

No, really, I AM getting SSI, $116 a month. and SSDI will be $660 which I will first get on Dec. 3. So yes, I am receiving BOTH SSI and SSDI benefits even though I am working. They told me in order to qualify for SSI and to get SSI benefits, I have to make less than $960 a month if I am working. I have gotten 2 SSI payments so far (1 for August, but that one was $230ish for July and August) and again last week for September, $116.

Frisky Feline · 09-08-2009, 06:00 PM

That's fine. as long as you keep informing your local SSA. i can see that in september month your ssi monthly $$ went down. that sounds right to me. I suppose you are on the right track now. yes, I know that I do need to check with SSI rules all over again to see if any new criteria about it. oh well ha

DURAY · 09-12-2009, 10:03 AM

SSA is a federal agency. SSI and SSDI are federal entitltment (welfare) programs paid for/of/by the taxpayers, us. It is the same thing in every state.

VR/DORS is a state program, all states have different rules like paying for graduate school.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CJB

I'm not sure about other states, but I know in my state you can both receive SSI if you're blind and employed and you can receive Medicaid even if you don't receive SSI.

DURAY · 09-12-2009, 10:04 AM

If you have SSI or SSDI, you can't get medicaid or medicare for 2 years. True or false? I looked at Social Security Online - The Official Website of the U.S. Social Security Administration and United States Department of Health and Human Services

Frisky Feline · 09-12-2009, 10:11 AM

If person who is on ss disability benefit then will get a medicare within 24 months after SSDI eligibility. For age 65, retirement, will get a medicare right away.

Medicaid eligibility usually starts at the same month as SSI eligibility. for age 65, will get a medicaid if they get ssi.

radioman · 09-12-2009, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Frisky Feline

If person who is on ss disability benefit then will get a medicare within 24 months after SSDI eligibility. For age 65, retirement, will get a medicare right away.

Medicaid eligibility usually starts at the same month as SSI eligibility. for age 65, will get a medicaid if they get ssi.

how are you supposed to take care of yourself with no medical coverage for 2 years ?

DURAY · 09-12-2009, 10:43 PM

I wil get full SS benefits (not SSDI or SSI) when I am 67 since I was born after the new rules for those born after 1945.
Can I get SSDI or SSI if I get the SS retirement benefits?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frisky Feline

If person who is on ss disability benefit then will get a medicare within 24 months after SSDI eligibility. For age 65, retirement, will get a medicare right away.

Medicaid eligibility usually starts at the same month as SSI eligibility. for age 65, will get a medicaid if they get ssi.

DURAY · 09-12-2009, 10:43 PM

work or join an association that offer health care insurance. IIRC, NAD, TDI, etc do this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by radioman

how are you supposed to take care of yourself with no medical coverage for 2 years ?

Frisky Feline · 09-13-2009, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DURAY

I wil get full SS benefits (not SSDI or SSI) when I am 67 since I was born after the new rules for those born after 1945.
Can I get SSDI or SSI if I get the SS retirement benefits?

It depends on ages and years, SSA has been changing the factors of age and year with computes with benefits. All i know is that SSA will look at any benefits that are higher than either retirement or SSDI if you were disabled, then they will give you the high benefit. Ssdi will become retirement and it will be the same amount of benefits. However, now SSA did change the ages, i believe it is 70. I have to check it out again. sorry. Bottom the line is that SSA do give any claimants with the best high benefits if they are over 65 or 70 to get either SSDI or Retirement. SO For any people who have low incomes then will get SSI and wouldn't get a SSDI however they would get medicare once they pass age 65 to get a medicare and medicaid and SSI.

Frisky Feline · 09-13-2009, 07:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by radioman

how are you supposed to take care of yourself with no medical coverage for 2 years ?

Im sorry that i am not familiar with this one. but i know lots of people told me that they were finding the other depts who can provides for health insurance in their local states.

Lots of mothers who are on SSDI and found health insurances for their children through the health depts in every states that are not relate with SSA or Medicare depts.

DURAY · 09-13-2009, 09:18 AM

ok, thanks. U.S. Government Accountability Office (U.S. GAO) got a lot of reports and audits on the SSA programs. The SSA is so messed up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frisky Feline

It depends on ages and years, SSA has been changing the factors of age and year with computes with benefits. All i know is that SSA will look at any benefits that are higher than either retirement or SSDI if you were disabled, then they will give you the high benefit. Ssdi will become retirement and it will be the same amount of benefits. However, now SSA did change the ages, i believe it is 70. I have to check it out again. sorry. Bottom the line is that SSA do give any claimants with the best high benefits if they are over 65 or 70 to get either SSDI or Retirement. SO For any people who have low incomes then will get SSI and wouldn't get a SSDI however they would get medicare once they pass age 65 to get a medicare and medicaid and SSI.

yagazn · 10-22-2009, 05:12 PM

about SSI cut off in future and some said, "SSI is going down to $800".

True?

jillio · 10-22-2009, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yagazn

about SSI cut off in future and some said, "SSI is going down to $800".

True?

Not true. Don't listen to rumors. Go the the SSA website for information.

yagazn · 10-22-2009, 09:14 PM

Oh, okay. Thanks Jillio.

I will check that out. I just heard it from ppl who spread rumors about SSI cut off in future. That's why I was puzzled. Nah, I don't listen to their rumor, I was just curious to find out if that is true or not.

08-26-2009, 02:50 PM	#32 (permalink)
cdmeggers CD Meggers Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wyoming Posts: 814	sounds reasonable. I'm sure the medicaid will be very helpful in your case. That was why I went the SSI avenue, to get the medicaid so I can get a cochlear implant. I can't afford health insurance, I only work part time. The CI center encouraged me to try SSI to get the Medicaid so that was what I did. I don't plan on being on SSI/SSDI forever, just until I can get the implant and enough money coming in by working. __________________ My Ear Blog

08-28-2009, 08:21 PM	#33 (permalink)
OpheliaSpeaks CrackBerry 8320 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Buffalo Posts: 221	CJB - I see you're in the US. It is possible to get Medicaid without getting SSDI. I have Medicaid but not SSDI (I am currently appealing and waiting on a hearing with a judge). __________________ Bead Lavada Uniquely creative. Jewelry to benefit a variety of causes. An Amazing Tail I'm getting a service dog! Please visit my website.

09-01-2009, 01:09 PM	#39 (permalink)
PowerWCRulez Ubuntu Linux User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA Posts: 995 Blog Entries: 3	I do have a Medicare and Medicaid, my Medicare is a primary insurance and then Medicaid on secondary, everything full 100 percents, except the RX Insurance (Medicare D) only pay 95 percents and I pay a 5 percents on my medication cost fairly cheap price, My 2 meds just $2.20 quarterly (every 3 months). Medicare; Hospital, Medical appts / Urgent Care / Wheelchair shops / Hospital bed shops Medicaid; Hospital, Medical appts / Urgent Care / Medic Bus Ride (Ambulance bus or private transportation) for medical appts / Wheelchair shops / Hospital bed shops and waivered services. AARP RX (Medicare D) for RX meds. __________________ [] Updated: 9/10/2007 - SK3 is here! [] Avatar Pic: Ride on the bus [] [] Astrospace IRC Chat clients [] Astrospace IRC Web [] Ubuntu Linux [] [] Personal Web & Scammer Alert List [] Wheelchairjunkie [] [] MyMiniCity (Returned! Finally script working now) [] [] Xbox 360 Achievement Site [] Xbox Deaf Gamers Group []

09-07-2009, 04:56 AM	#40 (permalink)
cdmeggers CD Meggers Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wyoming Posts: 814	I work part-time and get SSI. I was told as long as I don't make over $960 a month, I qualify for SSI. My SSI payments only $116 a month, and I make $600-800 at my job, depending on how many hours I work. I also still live at home with my mom (no rent, I don't pay any utility bills, and buy only a small portion of my own groceries), have no idea if the SSI payment would be different if I was living on my own, eh. I'm working on housing assistance, still need to fill out paperwork for it to get on a waiting list. but yeah, you can still work even if you're on SSI. Just let the SSA office know about it and how much money you're earning from the job. You have to give them a copy of your paycheck stubs at the end of each month as proof of income and they will figure out how much your SSI payments will be based off your income, etc. __________________ My Ear Blog

09-08-2009, 04:24 PM	#42 (permalink)
cdmeggers CD Meggers Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wyoming Posts: 814	No, really, I AM getting SSI, $116 a month. and SSDI will be $660 which I will first get on Dec. 3. So yes, I am receiving BOTH SSI and SSDI benefits even though I am working. They told me in order to qualify for SSI and to get SSI benefits, I have to make less than $960 a month if I am working. I have gotten 2 SSI payments so far (1 for August, but that one was $230ish for July and August) and again last week for September, $116. __________________ My Ear Blog

08-26-2009, 02:15 AM	#31 (permalink)
CJB deafblind writer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,423	One of the reasons I really need SSI is the medical stuff. I have multiple disabilities, all of which require taking care of by various medical specialists. So the medicaid will be a huge plus. I work a few hours here and there for a friend and I do it from my computer at home. I'm not very mobile because of my other disabilities which is the main reason why I need the SSI. I can't just get up and get a job, not to mention most people wouldn't even think for a second about hiring a deafblind person.

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08-28-2009, 09:06 PM	#34 (permalink)
CJB deafblind writer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,423	Thanks OpheliaSpeaks. I know that people that get SSI already automatically qualify for Medicaid. That's half the reason I need the SSI, is to pay the medical bills.

08-28-2009, 11:41 PM	#35 (permalink)
webexplorer I'm listening to everyone Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: New England Posts: 4,504	I am not quite sure what you said. You said that you work for a few hours which mean that you have a job no matter what. A SSI is required for someone who has no job at all. If you do, then you would able to get a SSI, and even your health expenses are covered by Medicaid. However, it has a serious drawback. It would be nice for everyone to get a Medicaid without SSI, but that would never happen. The drawback is when you dies, the government has the right to sell your house and your households period. The money will go back to the government for another people who need the Medicaid. Medicare is all right. Medicaid is something that you have to be careful with the agreement on your signature - always read the fine prints. Actually, Medicare and Medicaid are the same, but a little different policy. Many deaf people will have a big problem in 10 years ?? (or unsure 2025 or 2050) because the Republican Congress people want to get rid of the Medicaid System, and the government made the decision to announce that there will be no more funds - that was in Bush's term. Too late now because I bet that he signed the papers secretly. It was the same thing for Ronald Regan's signature, in a secret vote meeting, that changed the Retirement Age Law from 65 to 67 (It's for people who are young and middle ages). Social Security FAQ - Learn About the Law

08-29-2009, 12:35 AM	#36 (permalink)
CJB deafblind writer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,423	It's not a real job because it's not a reliable source of income. Sometimes she has a project for me, sometimes she doesn't. I'm not sure about other states, but I know in my state you can both receive SSI if you're blind and employed and you can receive Medicaid even if you don't receive SSI.

09-08-2009, 06:00 PM	#43 (permalink)
Frisky Feline Provoke, Pounce, Purr Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 5,692	That's fine. as long as you keep informing your local SSA. i can see that in september month your ssi monthly $$ went down. that sounds right to me. I suppose you are on the right track now. yes, I know that I do need to check with SSI rules all over again to see if any new criteria about it. oh well ha

09-12-2009, 10:04 AM	#45 (permalink)
DURAY Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 398	If you have SSI or SSDI, you can't get medicaid or medicare for 2 years. True or false? I looked at Social Security Online - The Official Website of the U.S. Social Security Administration and United States Department of Health and Human Services

09-12-2009, 10:11 AM	#46 (permalink)
Frisky Feline Provoke, Pounce, Purr Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 5,692	If person who is on ss disability benefit then will get a medicare within 24 months after SSDI eligibility. For age 65, retirement, will get a medicare right away. Medicaid eligibility usually starts at the same month as SSI eligibility. for age 65, will get a medicaid if they get ssi.

10-22-2009, 05:12 PM	#53 (permalink)
yagazn taking a break from AD Join Date: May 2008 Location: Yag in Neverland Posts: 2,493	I heard rumor..... about SSI cut off in future and some said, "SSI is going down to $800". True? __________________ Mummy: I'm watching you because you spend too time on AD...Nah, It's a joke

10-22-2009, 09:14 PM	#55 (permalink)
yagazn taking a break from AD Join Date: May 2008 Location: Yag in Neverland Posts: 2,493	Oh, okay. Thanks Jillio. I will check that out. I just heard it from ppl who spread rumors about SSI cut off in future. That's why I was puzzled. Nah, I don't listen to their rumor, I was just curious to find out if that is true or not.

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