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Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

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What is the purpose of the Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program?

  1. To provide financial assistance to low-income individuals and families.

  2. To provide medical care to low-income individuals and families.

  3. To provide housing assistance to low-income individuals and families.

  4. To provide food assistance to low-income individuals and families.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The SSI program provides monthly cash payments to low-income individuals and families who are aged, blind, or disabled.

Who is eligible for SSI?

  1. Individuals who are aged 65 or older.

  2. Individuals who are blind.

  3. Individuals who are disabled.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

SSI is available to individuals who are aged 65 or older, blind, or disabled.

What is the income limit for SSI?

  1. $1,000 per month for individuals.

  2. $1,500 per month for couples.

  3. $2,000 per month for individuals.

  4. $2,500 per month for couples.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The income limit for SSI is $1,000 per month for individuals and $1,500 per month for couples.

What is the asset limit for SSI?

  1. $2,000 for individuals.

  2. $3,000 for couples.

  3. $4,000 for individuals.

  4. $5,000 for couples.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The asset limit for SSI is $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples.

How much is the maximum SSI benefit amount?

  1. $794 per month for individuals.

  2. $1,191 per month for couples.

  3. $1,588 per month for individuals.

  4. $1,982 per month for couples.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum SSI benefit amount is $794 per month for individuals and $1,191 per month for couples.

What is the difference between SSI and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)?

  1. SSI is for individuals who are aged, blind, or disabled, while SSDI is for individuals who are disabled and have worked long enough to qualify.

  2. SSI is for individuals who are low-income, while SSDI is for individuals who have worked long enough to qualify.

  3. SSI is for individuals who are disabled and have worked long enough to qualify, while SSDI is for individuals who are low-income.

  4. SSI is for individuals who are aged or blind, while SSDI is for individuals who are disabled.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

SSI is a needs-based program, while SSDI is an earned-benefits program.

How can I apply for SSI?

  1. Online at the Social Security website.

  2. By phone at the Social Security toll-free number.

  3. In person at a Social Security office.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You can apply for SSI online, by phone, or in person.

How long does it take to get approved for SSI?

  1. 3-6 months.

  2. 6-9 months.

  3. 9-12 months.

  4. 12-18 months.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average processing time for SSI applications is 3-6 months.

What are some of the things that can affect my SSI benefits?

  1. My income.

  2. My assets.

  3. My living arrangements.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Your income, assets, and living arrangements can all affect your SSI benefits.

What should I do if I disagree with the Social Security Administration's decision on my SSI application?

  1. File an appeal.

  2. Contact my local Social Security office.

  3. Hire a lawyer.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

You can file an appeal, contact your local Social Security office, or hire a lawyer if you disagree with the Social Security Administration's decision on your SSI application.

What is the Ticket to Work program?

  1. A program that helps SSI recipients find jobs.

  2. A program that provides job training to SSI recipients.

  3. A program that provides financial assistance to SSI recipients who are working.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ticket to Work program provides job training, financial assistance, and other support services to SSI recipients who are working or want to work.

What is the Impairment-Related Work Expense (IRWE) deduction?

  1. A deduction that allows SSI recipients to deduct certain work-related expenses from their income.

  2. A deduction that allows SSI recipients to deduct certain medical expenses from their income.

  3. A deduction that allows SSI recipients to deduct certain housing expenses from their income.

  4. A deduction that allows SSI recipients to deduct certain food expenses from their income.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The IRWE deduction allows SSI recipients to deduct certain work-related expenses, such as transportation, supplies, and uniforms, from their income.

What is the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit?

  1. $1,350 per month for individuals.

  2. $2,260 per month for couples.

  3. $1,910 per month for individuals.

  4. $3,090 per month for couples.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The SGA limit is the amount of income that an SSI recipient can earn from work without losing their benefits.

What is the blind work exclusion?

  1. An exclusion that allows blind SSI recipients to earn more money from work without losing their benefits.

  2. An exclusion that allows blind SSI recipients to deduct certain work-related expenses from their income.

  3. An exclusion that allows blind SSI recipients to receive a higher SSI benefit amount.

  4. An exclusion that allows blind SSI recipients to receive Medicaid benefits.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The blind work exclusion allows blind SSI recipients to earn more money from work without losing their benefits.

What is the SSI resource limit?

  1. $2,000 for individuals.

  2. $3,000 for couples.

  3. $4,000 for individuals.

  4. $5,000 for couples.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The SSI resource limit is $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples.

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