Not everyone is eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI eligibility depends on a number of factors. This is in part because Minnesota SSI is funded by general tax revenues. It is not funded from Social Security taxes, so it is available to people who may not qualify for Minnesota Social Security Disability Benefits because they have not met the earnings requirements. Social Security, therefore, must be very strict regarding who meets the SSI eligibility guidelines.
Who is eligible for SSI?
Certain people who have limited or no income and are disabled, blind, or age 65 and older, meet the SSI eligibility guidelines. SSI provides money to meet basic needs. In order to qualify for this program, you must be:
1.Disabled;
2.Blind, or
3.Aged (age 65 or over),
And:
1.have limited income;
2.have limited resources; (the things you own are worth less than $2,000)
3.are a U.S. Citizen and resident; and
4.meet certain other requirements.
You must meet one of the first categories (1-3) and all of the second categories (1-4) to meet the SSI eligibility guidelines.
Who is disabled under Social Security’s rules?
Social Security has a very strict definition of “disability” for Minnesota SSI eligibility. This is different for children and adults.
•Children are considered “disabled” if they have a physical or mental condition that:
1.Results in marked and severe functional limitations; and
2.Have lasted, or can be expected to last, for a continuous 12 month period; or
3.Can be expected to result in death.
•Adults are considered disabled if they have a physical or mental condition that:
1.Results in the inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity; and
2.Have lasted, or can be expected to last, for a continuous 12 month period; or
3.Can be expected to result in death.
Will I remain eligible for SSI if I enter an institution?
People usually lose their Minnesota SSI eligibility if they enter an institution such as a hospital, nursing home, jail, prison, halfway house, public emergency shelter, or other institution. You must tell Social Security immediately if you enter or leave an institution. If you enter a medical institution, it is very important that you tell social Security for a stay of less than 90 days. This is because you can often maintain your SSI eligibility if Social Security learns about it right away.
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