You have to ask the SSI people. There are lawyers who also help.
No, to receive social security disability you must be considered disabled under the social security's listing of impairments.
Yes you can choose to receive your monthly social security check in the mail if that is really what you want to do.
Social Security Act
A child can receive Social SEcurity disability benefits if s/he is "permanently and totally disabled" as defined by SSA regulations.
Yes.
People collect SSI when they are disabled. If a child is disabled, you can apply to see if they are eligible to receive SSI. The Social Security Office will have applications.
No, unfortunately, you have to be at least 62 years old to receive Social Security retirement benefits.
If you are already receiving social security and are fired can you receive unemployment benefits?
Typically, a disabled worker may expect to receive $1,067 in disability payments every month. However, if the claimant has a spouse and a child, the average monthly social security benefits may increase up to $1,813. Monthly SSI benefits are lower and single beneficiaries may receive $674 monthly but for couples, the payment may increase to $1,011.In 2010, the maximum individual benefit is $2,346, which assumes 35 working years paying the maximum FICA contribution. A disabled person with a family can receive a maximum family benefit for a qualifying spouse and children of $4,222.80.These numbers are unrealistic for most people, however. In 2010, the average disability benefit is $1,065.90. The average payment for qualifying minor dependents is $317.10each, terminating the month before the child turns 18 (or 19 if still in high school). Under certain circumstances, the spouse of a disabled individual may also collect a small monthly stipend, averaging about $286.70 per month. The family maximum is 150-180% of the disabled worker's benefit.
At age 60, or at age 50 if Social Security also finds them disabled. They are reduced benefits if taken early.
It depends on the date of birth and persons age or if there is a disability. To collect social security benefits you must first apply and show why you are eligible. Even when totally disabled you can still be denied benefits and need an attorney to help you receive benefits.
The USA Social Security Administration states that children who receive benefits through an incarcerated parent: "Although you cannot receive monthly Social Security benefits while you are confined, benefits to your spouse or children will continue as long as they remain eligible."