What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program offered through the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides financial assistance to people with disabilities in South Dakota and the rest of the United States. The program is intended to supplement an individual’s income, and can be used to help pay for basic living costs, such as food, housing, medicine, and education expenses. To qualify for SSI in South Dakota, individuals must meet certain financial and non-financial eligibility criteria. Financial criteria include limits on income and resources, which must meet federal poverty levels. Non-financial criteria include being over the age of 18 and having a physical or mental disability that affects the individual’s ability to work. If an individual meets these eligibility criteria, the SSA will review evidence such as medical records and vocational assessments to determine if the individual’s disability meets Social Security’s definition of disability. If the individual is determined to be disabled by the SSA, they will receive monthly SSI payments. The amount of the monthly payment varies depending on the information provided by the individual. In addition to providing financial assistance, SSI in South Dakota can also provide additional services, such as access to health care and employment assistance. These services are intended to help individuals with disabilities lead independent, self-supporting lives.
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