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What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

The SSI program makes payments to people with low income who are age 65 or older or are blind or have a disability.

The Social Security Administration manages the SSI program. Even though Social Security manages the program, SSI is not paid for by Social Security taxes. SSI is paid for by U.S. Treasury general funds, not the Social Security trust funds.

SSI makes monthly payments to people who have low income and few resources and are:

Age 65 or older, Blind, or Disabled

Disabled or blind children also can receive SSI. You can get more information here.

The basic SSI amount is the same nationwide. However, many states add money to the basic benefit. Consulting SSI Associates will help you get more information in this regard.

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