What is the difference between Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are two types of benefits available to people with disabilities, provided by the Social Security Administration. SSD is a disability benefit for people who have paid into the Social Security system for several years. Workers, employers, and self-employed people pay taxes into the Social Security system, and those taxes go into a special fund. SSD benefits are paid from this fund, so it is only available for those who have contributed to the system. SSI, on the other hand, is a needs-based disability benefit. It is primarily funded through general tax revenues, and it is available to those who have not paid into the Social Security system or who have not paid enough. In addition to income requirements, to qualify for SSI, you must also have a disability that significantly limits your daily activities. In New Hampshire, both SSD and SSI are administered by the Social Security Administration. You must apply for either benefit through them to determine your eligibility, as well as the amount and duration of your benefits. However, the differences between the two types of benefits are clear. SSD is only available to those who have paid into the system, while SSI is available to those who have not.

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What is the difference between Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

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