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SSI is Supplemental Security Income, a means-tested form of welfare available only to disabled people and seniors 65 and older whose income and assets fall below a certain poverty threshold. SSI is administered by the Social Security Administration.

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Does the government charge interest on SSI debts?

The Social Security Administration does not charge interest on a Supplemental Security Income overpayment.


Which Political Party decided to start giving annuity payments to immigrants?

According to the social security website:Neither immigrants nor anyone else is able to collect Social Security benefits without someone paying Social Security payroll taxes into the system. The conditions under which Social Security benefits are payable, and to whom, can be found in the http://wiki.answers.com/../pubs/10024.html.The question confuses the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program with Social Security. SSI is a federal welfare program and no contributions, from immigrants or citizens or anyone else, is required for eligibility. Under certain conditions, immigrants can qualify for SSI benefits. The SSI program was an initiative of the Nixon Administration and was signed into law by President Nixon on October 30, 1972.An explanation of the basics of Social Security, and the distinction between Social Security and SSI, can be found http://wiki.answers.com/../pubs/englist.html.


Can you collect ssi benefits for your disabled wife?

No, to receive social security disability you must be considered disabled under the social security's listing of impairments.


What is a social security supplemental income claim info?

You will have to contact the social security administration for some assistance in filling out the SSI form. Go to the SSA gov website and use the search box for SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY BENEFITS


What does SSI stands for?

Social Security Identification


Is social security considered income for v.a pension?

Social Security Retirement & Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) are. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are not.


Can you still receive your SSI if you live in the same house with someone getting benefits?

Yes, you can still receive SSI (Supplemental Security Income) if you live in the same house with someone receiving benefits. However, your SSI payment amount could be affected by factors such as your living arrangement, income, and resources. It is important to report these changes to the Social Security Administration to ensure your benefits are calculated correctly.


Can child support be withdrawn from social security?

Yes, but not from SSI.


When you turned 62 did your ssi change to social security?

yes


Where does ssi checks come from?

SSI is administered by Social Security and is funded by general revenues - taxes, etc.


How much can one earn a week on ssi?

you can earn up to $80.00 a week and still be elligable for SSI and Social Security. you can earn up to $80.00 a week and still be elligable for SSI and Social Security. you can earn up to $80.00 a week and still be elligable for SSI and Social Security.


If your only income is SSI do you have to file income tax form every year?

SSI is Supplemental Security Income. SSI benefits aren't taxable. For this reason, Social Security Administration doesn't report your benefit amount to the IRS. That's also why they don't send you a 1099 or another income information reporting form. Also you don't pay state income taxes on SSI benefits