1.3 SSI vs. SSDI, What is the difference?

by on September 28, 2015

This is a question that we hear quite often, and one that can be explained quickly and easily. In a nutshell: SSI SSI, or supplemental security income, is a type of welfare benefit for those who have either A., not worked in their lives, or B., have not worked for 5 out of the last […]

1.2 Supplemental Security Income

by on September 28, 2015

Are you eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits? If you do not qualify for Social Security Disability benefits because you have not worked for a total of five of the last ten years, you may qualify for SSI benefits. Supplemental Security Income was established to help those people who are disabled, but didn’t have […]

1.1 Disability Insurance Benefits

by on September 28, 2015

In order to qualify for Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB), or Title II, a claimant must: Show that he or she is disabled, or cannot engage in Substantial Gainful Activity. Have earned enough work credits. Unlike Supplemental Security Income (SSI), DIB relies heavily on work credits rather than income. Work credits are simply a way Social […]