Supplemental Security Income

Questions and Answers

1. I am 53 with no insurance. Where do I go for help?

   - I lost my job and don't have health insurance. I am 53 years old and have a lot of medical issues. Where do i go for help?
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2. How can I find a new doctor and can my wife qualify for SSI?

   - Medicare's web site has a tool to help you find a doctor who accepts Medicare patients. SSI is based on a couple's joint income and assets.
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3. How can Mom's supplemental security income (SSI) be increased?

   - My mom is living in my house since she moved from other state, She got supplemental security income (SSI) for low income seniors in the amount of $674 in the beginning. After we had interview with a local official, they decided to cut down her income to $450 per month because I told them she pays me $200 a month for rent...
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4. Does retirement affect SSI?

   - My husband and I both get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) of $1011.50 between us, and he's going to retire at 52. Will that affect my SSI? And will he still get SSI?
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5. Where can I get financial assistance for monthly expenses?

   - Where can I get financial assistance for monthly expenses we cannot meet?
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6. Can a senior lose their SSI Benefits if they have a supplemental trust?

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7. What kind of financial help for caregivers is available?

   - Does financial help for caregivers exist when they give up a job to help? Not from the government, but other kinds of financial help are available.
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8. How can I find agencies that will offer me financial help?

   - I've had a brain anurysm and a stroke. I am unable to work. Are there agencies to help me financially and how do I find them?
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9. im on ssi and medicaid im also on 24/7 care given to me bymy...

   - I'm on SSI and Medicaid. I also need 24/7 care, which is given to me by my ex-husband. How do I go about getting him paid to be my caregiver in the state of Indiana? Does he need special classes or go to school for this? He has been my care giver for over a year now...
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10. How can I get paid for being a caregiver?

    - Could someone tell me who to contact for getting paid as a caregiver for someone on SSDI and Medicare,? Medicare will not pay for these services. I also take care of someone on SSI and Medicaid. I am spending many hours everyday . I was told there are private places to go for help. If anybody knows where please let me know...
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