How AI Is Supporting Assistive Technology
Artificial intelligence is helping those with disabilities overcome challenges to participate more actively in society, education, and the workforce. Government benefits can help people pay for assistive technology.
Will My Disability Benefits Change When I Turn 65?
Individuals with disabilities who qualify for SSDI and/or SSI may wonder what happens to their disability benefits when they reach retirement age.
How to choose your financial agent and your healthcare agent.
Who should be your financial agent and healthcare agent(s)? Maryland Guardianship statutes are the state’s default plan to appoint someone to make decisions for you
More People to Qualify for SSI Under New Rental Subsidy Rule
The Social Security Administration has published a final rule simplifying and expanding its rental subsidy program for Supplemental Security Income that is likely to allow more people to qualify for benefits.
What Assets Count When Applying for SSI?
To be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), an applicant can have no more than $2,000 in assets. However, not all assets count towards the $2,000 limit.
Impairment-Related Work Expenses and Disability Benefits
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) both allow working beneficiaries to deduct certain work-related expenses from their countable income, making it easier to qualify for benefits or, in the case of SSI, to receive a larger payment.