Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 SSI is based on household income which also includes child support, not that is the situation. He would receive full benefits at age 18 IPADDUnite From: m_smetanko@... Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 04:06:41 +0000 Subject: SSI I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222986/direct/01/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 SSI is based on household income which also includes child support, not that is the situation. He would receive full benefits at age 18 IPADDUnite From: m_smetanko@... Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 04:06:41 +0000 Subject: SSI I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. _________________________________________________________________ Hotmail: Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/171222986/direct/01/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 How old is your son, Marcia? If he is 18, assuming you wish to get the full amount for your son (considered Category A), you would be be stating that your son is living in his " own household " and that he is paying room and board (rent and food). You are claiming, in this instance that your son's finances are separate and that no one is helping him pay and no one (including you) is paying for him. In answer to a question such as " Does your son pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " Yes. " In answer to the question " Do you give your son help or money to pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " No. " I have paraphrased this from something that Sherri Schneider posted in April. If you indicate that you or someone else is paying your son's rent or food, his SSI check will be reduced by 1/3 and this would be considered Category B. Ellen Ellen Garber Bronfeld egskb@... SSI I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 How old is your son, Marcia? If he is 18, assuming you wish to get the full amount for your son (considered Category A), you would be be stating that your son is living in his " own household " and that he is paying room and board (rent and food). You are claiming, in this instance that your son's finances are separate and that no one is helping him pay and no one (including you) is paying for him. In answer to a question such as " Does your son pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " Yes. " In answer to the question " Do you give your son help or money to pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " No. " I have paraphrased this from something that Sherri Schneider posted in April. If you indicate that you or someone else is paying your son's rent or food, his SSI check will be reduced by 1/3 and this would be considered Category B. Ellen Ellen Garber Bronfeld egskb@... SSI I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 Thanks, my son just turned 18 this month....and we just got guardianship of him....he has down syndrome and does not work... From: ELLEN BRONFELD <egskb@...> Subject: Re: SSI IPADDUnite Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10:51 PM  How old is your son, Marcia? If he is 18, assuming you wish to get the full amount for your son (considered Category A), you would be be stating that your son is living in his " own household " and that he is paying room and board (rent and food). You are claiming, in this instance that your son's finances are separate and that no one is helping him pay and no one (including you) is paying for him. In answer to a question such as " Does your son pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " Yes. " In answer to the question " Do you give your son help or money to pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " No. " I have paraphrased this from something that Sherri Schneider posted in April. If you indicate that you or someone else is paying your son's rent or food, his SSI check will be reduced by 1/3 and this would be considered Category B. Ellen Ellen Garber Bronfeld egskbsbcglobal (DOT) net SSI I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 Thanks, my son just turned 18 this month....and we just got guardianship of him....he has down syndrome and does not work... From: ELLEN BRONFELD <egskb@...> Subject: Re: SSI IPADDUnite Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10:51 PM  How old is your son, Marcia? If he is 18, assuming you wish to get the full amount for your son (considered Category A), you would be be stating that your son is living in his " own household " and that he is paying room and board (rent and food). You are claiming, in this instance that your son's finances are separate and that no one is helping him pay and no one (including you) is paying for him. In answer to a question such as " Does your son pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " Yes. " In answer to the question " Do you give your son help or money to pay for where he lives? " The answer would be, " No. " I have paraphrased this from something that Sherri Schneider posted in April. If you indicate that you or someone else is paying your son's rent or food, his SSI check will be reduced by 1/3 and this would be considered Category B. Ellen Ellen Garber Bronfeld egskbsbcglobal (DOT) net SSI I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 SSA expects you to charge your son rent. If you don't, they reduce the payments by one third. You would be safe charging rent of $250 or more per month. From: Marcia <m_smetanko@...> Subject: SSI IPADDUnite Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10:06 PM  I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 SSA expects you to charge your son rent. If you don't, they reduce the payments by one third. You would be safe charging rent of $250 or more per month. From: Marcia <m_smetanko@...> Subject: SSI IPADDUnite Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10:06 PM  I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 thx..... From: Marcia <m_smetanko (DOT) com> Subject: SSI IPADDUnite@gro ups.com Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10:06 PM  I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 20, 2009 Report Share Posted December 20, 2009 thx..... From: Marcia <m_smetanko (DOT) com> Subject: SSI IPADDUnite@gro ups.com Date: Sunday, December 20, 2009, 10:06 PM  I need advice on how to get the most SSI for my son...my phone interview is in 2 weeks and I need to know the right wordage. I understand there is a possibility they will say " your son is entitled to $675.00 but we are only going to give you 2/3 plus $20 for $470. " Why do they do this and is there a way to show my sons needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2010 Report Share Posted January 20, 2010 sunshinebeaches3@... will be glad to answer your questions if you contact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2010 Report Share Posted January 20, 2010 sunshinebeaches3@... will be glad to answer your questions if you contact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2010 Report Share Posted January 20, 2010 Hi Marcia: Okay, my questions are, if turns 18 on 4/20 I shouldn't do anything application wise to SSI until May 1st? Also, is there preliminary paperwork or appointments I should set up prior to this date? Are there certain forms that I need to print off and fill out? That the doctor needs to fill out prior to a schedule appointment or phone call after May 1st? Most of what I've read online indicates that after the in person or phone interview takes place and I sign consents to release information they contact those who need to supply needed information directly. Thanks, ssi sunshinebeaches3@... will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2010 Report Share Posted January 20, 2010 Hi Marcia: Okay, my questions are, if turns 18 on 4/20 I shouldn't do anything application wise to SSI until May 1st? Also, is there preliminary paperwork or appointments I should set up prior to this date? Are there certain forms that I need to print off and fill out? That the doctor needs to fill out prior to a schedule appointment or phone call after May 1st? Most of what I've read online indicates that after the in person or phone interview takes place and I sign consents to release information they contact those who need to supply needed information directly. Thanks, ssi sunshinebeaches3@... will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2010 Report Share Posted January 20, 2010 Thanks for asking these questions..I will tell you my experience. You are correct that nothing can be done until the month following the 18th birthday.... First of all we had to obtain a lawyer and get guardianship of our son as soon as possible after his 18th birthday. I recommend not contacting Social Security until May 1. I called in Dec to make the appt in Jan and asked them if that was ok. I was given the ok but when I had my phone interview, the interviewer wanted to go back to the day I called for the appt. and use my husband and mine income. I said that I would cancel this appt and make another one, especially since I had asked ahead of time about the timing. She then dropped it and said she would date it for the day of the interview. When you call after May 1st, and set up your phone interview, they will send you a packet for you to fill out. It contained papers that give them consent to contact whoever they needed to as far as doctors and financial institutions to verify any information. It will also include a website for you to fill out paperwork. Allow lots of time, especially if your son has had many doctors and appts. They want to know everytime he has seen the doctor, what doctor, including address and phone number and what the appt was for. This needs to be done before the phone interview. They will go over all of this in the phone interview also, in case you might have forgotton something.  I would say it took me 2 hours to fill out the work online, and did not have many medical problems and the phone interview took another hour. You have time to get all this stuff together before then. My interviewer said she would send it in that day via the internet and it could take anywhere from 1 to 4 months to get an answer. She did mail me a copy of what was sent in. Go over it carefully because I found errors and called them back to correct them. All in all it was pretty painless and I am excited for my son to be able to get some things for himself that he may not have been to otherwise. Good luck and I hope this helps. If you have anymore questions please feel free to contact me. Marcia From: sunshinebeaches3@... <sunshinebeaches3@...> Subject: Re: ssi IPADDUnite Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 3:00 PM  Hi Marcia: Okay, my questions are, if turns 18 on 4/20 I shouldn't do anything application wise to SSI until May 1st? Also, is there preliminary paperwork or appointments I should set up prior to this date? Are there certain forms that I need to print off and fill out? That the doctor needs to fill out prior to a schedule appointment or phone call after May 1st? Most of what I've read online indicates that after the in person or phone interview takes place and I sign consents to release information they contact those who need to supply needed information directly. Thanks, ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 20, 2010 Report Share Posted January 20, 2010 Thanks for asking these questions..I will tell you my experience. You are correct that nothing can be done until the month following the 18th birthday.... First of all we had to obtain a lawyer and get guardianship of our son as soon as possible after his 18th birthday. I recommend not contacting Social Security until May 1. I called in Dec to make the appt in Jan and asked them if that was ok. I was given the ok but when I had my phone interview, the interviewer wanted to go back to the day I called for the appt. and use my husband and mine income. I said that I would cancel this appt and make another one, especially since I had asked ahead of time about the timing. She then dropped it and said she would date it for the day of the interview. When you call after May 1st, and set up your phone interview, they will send you a packet for you to fill out. It contained papers that give them consent to contact whoever they needed to as far as doctors and financial institutions to verify any information. It will also include a website for you to fill out paperwork. Allow lots of time, especially if your son has had many doctors and appts. They want to know everytime he has seen the doctor, what doctor, including address and phone number and what the appt was for. This needs to be done before the phone interview. They will go over all of this in the phone interview also, in case you might have forgotton something.  I would say it took me 2 hours to fill out the work online, and did not have many medical problems and the phone interview took another hour. You have time to get all this stuff together before then. My interviewer said she would send it in that day via the internet and it could take anywhere from 1 to 4 months to get an answer. She did mail me a copy of what was sent in. Go over it carefully because I found errors and called them back to correct them. All in all it was pretty painless and I am excited for my son to be able to get some things for himself that he may not have been to otherwise. Good luck and I hope this helps. If you have anymore questions please feel free to contact me. Marcia From: sunshinebeaches3@... <sunshinebeaches3@...> Subject: Re: ssi IPADDUnite Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 3:00 PM  Hi Marcia: Okay, my questions are, if turns 18 on 4/20 I shouldn't do anything application wise to SSI until May 1st? Also, is there preliminary paperwork or appointments I should set up prior to this date? Are there certain forms that I need to print off and fill out? That the doctor needs to fill out prior to a schedule appointment or phone call after May 1st? Most of what I've read online indicates that after the in person or phone interview takes place and I sign consents to release information they contact those who need to supply needed information directly. Thanks, ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Hi , Just to let you know that was approved finally. When it comes to your turn for this just know one thing....patience...of course we have learned that already.  I filed and refiled and then more papers,,,then a paper to call again,,,but that was the good news....approved. I realized that the girl that was helping me was just doing her job so I was always cheerful. She told me she appreciated that. Good luck in May. Marcia From: sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com <sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com> ubject: Re: ssi o: IPADDUnite@gro ups.com ate: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 3:00 PM Hi Marcia: Okay, my questions are, if turns 18 on 4/20 I shouldn't do anything pplication wise to SSI until May 1st? Also, is there preliminary paperwork or appointments I should set up prior to his date? Are there certain forms that I need to print off and fill out? That he doctor needs to fill out prior to a schedule appointment or phone call after ay 1st? Most of what I've read online indicates that after the in person or hone interview takes place and I sign consents to release information they ontact those who need to supply needed information directly. Thanks, ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Hi , Just to let you know that was approved finally. When it comes to your turn for this just know one thing....patience...of course we have learned that already.  I filed and refiled and then more papers,,,then a paper to call again,,,but that was the good news....approved. I realized that the girl that was helping me was just doing her job so I was always cheerful. She told me she appreciated that. Good luck in May. Marcia From: sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com <sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com> ubject: Re: ssi o: IPADDUnite@gro ups.com ate: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 3:00 PM Hi Marcia: Okay, my questions are, if turns 18 on 4/20 I shouldn't do anything pplication wise to SSI until May 1st? Also, is there preliminary paperwork or appointments I should set up prior to his date? Are there certain forms that I need to print off and fill out? That he doctor needs to fill out prior to a schedule appointment or phone call after ay 1st? Most of what I've read online indicates that after the in person or hone interview takes place and I sign consents to release information they ontact those who need to supply needed information directly. Thanks, ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Great!! Now do they pay you for the month of January as well or just moving forward? ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Great!! Now do they pay you for the month of January as well or just moving forward? ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 retroactive to Jan 1 From: sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com <sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com> ubject: Re: ssi o: IPADDUnite@gro ups.com ate: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 4:18 PM Thank you, it's great to hear from someone who has just gone through the xperience. My son rarely sees a doctor, about twice a year for the sychiatrist and once a year for a regular checkup so I won't have a lot to say n that regard :-) I may still be picking your brain but I guess I can sit tight until 5/1. H. ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 retroactive to Jan 1 From: sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com <sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com> ubject: Re: ssi o: IPADDUnite@gro ups.com ate: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 4:18 PM Thank you, it's great to hear from someone who has just gone through the xperience. My son rarely sees a doctor, about twice a year for the sychiatrist and once a year for a regular checkup so I won't have a lot to say n that regard :-) I may still be picking your brain but I guess I can sit tight until 5/1. H. ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 I have another quick question. Do most of you open up checking or savings accounts to have this money deposited into? currently has a passbook account which also has my name on it, I'm assuming I should open something new? He'll also be opening up a small checking account when he starts transition in the fall. Thanks, H. ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 I have another quick question. Do most of you open up checking or savings accounts to have this money deposited into? currently has a passbook account which also has my name on it, I'm assuming I should open something new? He'll also be opening up a small checking account when he starts transition in the fall. Thanks, H. ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 They said to open a checking account with 's name as a primary and me as the payee. They also said it would be ok with them if it had s name first and mine as a co signature. Our credit union requires a savings account along with the checking acct. Marcia From: sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com <sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com> ubject: Re: ssi o: IPADDUnite@gro ups.com ate: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 4:18 PM Thank you, it's great to hear from someone who has just gone through the xperience. My son rarely sees a doctor, about twice a year for the sychiatrist and once a year for a regular checkup so I won't have a lot to say n that regard :-) I may still be picking your brain but I guess I can sit tight until 5/1. H. ssi sunshinebeaches3@ aol.com.. ....I will be glad to answer your questions if you ontact me thru this site.....I am cautious about personal email Marcia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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