IPUL's Youth Corner - June 2024
June 2024 Youth Corner
Why SSI Matters for Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides essential benefits to young individuals with disabilities in Idaho. These benefits include:
- Monthly Financial Support: Helps cover basic needs like food and shelter.
- Automatic Medicaid Eligibility: Ensures access to comprehensive healthcare.
- Vocational Rehabilitation: Provides resources for education and job training.
SSI relieves financial burdens on families, making the transition to adulthood smoother and fostering a brighter, more independent future. For more information, visit https://www.ssa.gov/
Navigating SSI For Youth and Adults
Tips on Navigating the SSI Process
- Gather Key Documents: Collect all necessary medical and financial records.
- Choose Your Application Method: Decide whether to apply online, by phone, or in person.
- Prepare for Reviews: Be ready for periodic eligibility reviews.
- Start Benefits Upon Approval: Ensure benefits start as soon as approval is granted.
- Prepare for Age 18 Redetermination: Plan for the mandatory review when the beneficiary turns 18.
- Encourage Independence: Support the youth in developing independent living skills.
- Explore Guardianship Options: Consider legal guardianship if necessary.
- Plan for the Future: Create a long-term plan for continued support and care.
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FOR MORE INFO: https://ipulidaho.org/health/financing-and-eligibilty/ssdissi/
