Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Run by Social Security Administration (SSA), a federal agency
Monthly cash payments for elderly (65+), blind, or disabled adults and children with very limited income and resources. Not tied to work history, you don't need to have worked to qualify.
- Award
- Up to $967/month individual; $1,450/month couple (2026)
- Deadline
- Rolling, apply at SSA.gov or local SSA office
- Run by
- Social Security Administration (SSA)
- Federal
Who it's for
- Age 65+ OR blind OR disabled (meets SSA definition)
- Income and resources below SSA thresholds (assets under $2,000 individual / $3,000 couple)
- US citizen or qualified immigrant
- Reside in the US
Social Security Administration (SSA) decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. Social Security Administration (SSA) decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.