Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides financial assistance to individuals with disabilities, including children and seniors, who have low income and limited resources. It aims to help cover basic needs, such as food, shelter, and medical care. To qualify, applicants must meet specific income and asset limits, demonstrate a qualifying disability, and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Unlike Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), SSI is needs-based, so it does not depend on prior work history.