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Tip!
Government benefit programs such as SSI often provide the
core of financial support for individuals whose disabilities
prevent them from achieving self-sufficiency. These benefits,
designed to cover basic costs such as food, housing and certain
medical expenses, can help ease the burden of providing for
the lifetime needs of a disabled child. They also open the
door to numerous non-cash benefits, such as skills training
and housing assistance, which can greatly enhance an individuals
quality of life.
But, if your child expects to apply for government benefits,
he or she will have to meet the Social Security Administrations
stringent asset and income guidelines. If your child has more
than $2,000 in assets and/or receives annual income in excess
of the limit imposed by SSA whether that income is from
employment, pensions, legal settlements or other sources
he or she may be ineligible for government programs or receive
reduced benefits.
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