Re: money problems

[Guest guest]

My son is diagnosed with AS and he gets SSI because of it. We had no problem

with him qualifying, other than having to make a three-hour round trip so he

could be seen by a diagnostician of their choice. I have read here, however,

about a number of people who had problems getting their child accepted. They

really had to push, and sometimes had to re-apply two or three times. In other

words, it may be a mini-nightmare to deal with, but it is possible. Good luck!

Pat-Mom to Josh and Sara (17 yo and 14 yo, both AS)

aliceinwounderland0482 <aliceinwounderland0482@...> wrote:

my 3 year old was just diagnosed and I wanted to put him on the no

carb./no dariy diet but me and my husband are struggling to get by as

is . Is there a way that autistic childern quailify for SSI or

something.

[Guest guest]

_Supplemental Security Income_

(http://www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/)

_Social Security Disability Insurance_

(http://www.kidsource.com/nfpa/social.html)

[Guest guest]

We are in the SSI process. My daughter is 3 and we started the process in

August. We have had to go to another evaluation by a phys. of their choice for

yet another IQ test. I really don't understand why they needed another

one...and really that's all they did. Now our contact at SSI said they are

waiting for their speech & Language pathologist to go over her case and then

their phys. to go over it before they make a decision. I am beginning to get

worried.

- C.

Mom to Cassie 15 PCOS, Austin 13 ADHD and a 3 HFA/AS & SPD/SID

Re: ( ) money problems

My son is diagnosed with AS and he gets SSI because of it. We had no problem

with him qualifying, other than having to make a three-hour round trip so he

could be seen by a diagnostician of their choice. I have read here, however,

about a number of people who had problems getting their child accepted. They

really had to push, and sometimes had to re-apply two or three times. In other

words, it may be a mini-nightmare to deal with, but it is possible. Good luck!

Pat-Mom to Josh and Sara (17 yo and 14 yo, both AS)

aliceinwounderland0482 <aliceinwounderland0482@...> wrote:

my 3 year old was just diagnosed and I wanted to put him on the no

carb./no dariy diet but me and my husband are struggling to get by as

is . Is there a way that autistic childern quailify for SSI or

something.

[Guest guest]

Yes they do qualify for ssi,depending on income etc.

-- ( ) money problems

my 3 year old was just diagnosed and I wanted to put him on the no

carb./no dariy diet but me and my husband are struggling to get by as

is . Is there a way that autistic childern quailify for SSI or

something.

[Guest guest]

It also has a lot to do with how much you make, your income. We are low income,

and my son got SSI no questions asked, no other doctor to see, just based on his

file at Sweetser. Good luck!! Tami

( ) money problems

my 3 year old was just diagnosed and I wanted to put him on the no

carb./no dariy diet but me and my husband are struggling to get by as

is . Is there a way that autistic childern quailify for SSI or

something.

[Guest guest]

The easy answer is " yes. " The hard parts are legion. As an official dx, AS is

considered a disablility, with all the labels and stigmas that come with it.

Remember that though SSI and SSDI (disability) are mandated and controlled

through the Social Security Administration, SSI is a state program akin to

welfare and depends upon family income.

Here in AZ, SSI is the state welfare program, as well as a supplimental program

for those who qualify for SSDI (disability) but haven't contributed the

requisite number of quarters to the system. Except in rare cases, it is an

either/or - take it or leave it proposition.

Drop me an e-mail, if you wish, and I will do whatever I can to help you get the

information and whatever assistance I can.

Dave

( ) money problems

my 3 year old was just diagnosed and I wanted to put him on the no

carb./no dariy diet but me and my husband are struggling to get by as

is . Is there a way that autistic childern quailify for SSI or

something.

[Guest guest]

Hello,

I was told SSI goes by house hold income. Do you know where I can see the

gross income chart to see who can be accepted for SSI?

ppanda65@... wrote:

_Supplemental Security Income_

(http://www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/)

_Social Security Disability Insurance_

(http://www.kidsource.com/nfpa/social.html)

[Guest guest]

At http://ssa.gov/ there is a drop-down menu. Click on " Supplimental Security

Income " and it will take you to the FAQ page.

There is no " chart " dictating gross income, per-se. You can, however, figure it

out pretty close on your own. I don't know what state you live in, but the basic

amounts are the same nationwide. $623.00. The only difference would be whether

your state adds to that amount. There is no difference in the amounts because

the recipient is a minor, because SSI depends on household income.

California, Hawaii, Massachusets, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania,

Rhode Island, Vermont are the states that supplement their SSI. Washington D.C.

does also.

If you get SSI, you also may be able to get other help from your state or

county. Medicaid, food stamps, or some other social services may be available.

For information about all the services available, call your local Social

Services Department or Public Welfare Office.

As far as income is concerned, and how it is figured, a detailed step-by-step

guide as to how it all works is found here.

http://www.socialsecurity.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/text-income-u\

ssi.htm

The basic formula is this:

Subtract Your income that we do not count ($20 + $65 + one-half of everything

over $65) from Your Total Income. This is Your countable income.

Then Subtract Your countable income from your SSI Federal benefit rate. This

equals Your SSI Federal benefit.

To put it in other terms, Your total income minus $85 equals basis income. Basis

income divided by 2 equals countable income. SSI Benefit minus countable income

equals Benefit Paid.

The linked site gives many more details. Lest I confuse this more than I already

have, I'll leave you to it. Rattle my cage if I can help.

D

Re: ( ) money problems

Hello,

I was told SSI goes by house hold income. Do you know where I can see the

gross income chart to see who can be accepted for SSI?

ppanda65@... wrote:

_Supplemental Security Income_

(http://www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/)

_Social Security Disability Insurance_

(http://www.kidsource.com/nfpa/social.html)

[Guest guest]

This can be used as a guide...check with your state SSI office.

_http://www.masslegalservices.org/docs/SSIKidcharts2006.doc_

(http://www.masslegalservices.org/docs/SSIKidcharts2006.doc)

[Guest guest]

Hello ,

that is what I'm trying to find out. What is the House hold income? to

qualify for SSI. like in N.Y. for a family of three? what would that house

hold income be?

<sirdavjohn@...> wrote:

At http://ssa.gov/ there is a drop-down menu. Click on " Supplimental

Security Income " and it will take you to the FAQ page.

There is no " chart " dictating gross income, per-se. You can, however, figure it

out pretty close on your own. I don't know what state you live in, but the basic

amounts are the same nationwide. $623.00. The only difference would be whether

your state adds to that amount. There is no difference in the amounts because

the recipient is a minor, because SSI depends on household income.

California, Hawaii, Massachusets, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania,

Rhode Island, Vermont are the states that supplement their SSI. Washington D.C.

does also.

If you get SSI, you also may be able to get other help from your state or

county. Medicaid, food stamps, or some other social services may be available.

For information about all the services available, call your local Social

Services Department or Public Welfare Office.

As far as income is concerned, and how it is figured, a detailed step-by-step

guide as to how it all works is found here.

http://www.socialsecurity.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/text-income-u\

ssi.htm

The basic formula is this:

Subtract Your income that we do not count ($20 + $65 + one-half of everything

over $65) from Your Total Income. This is Your countable income.

Then Subtract Your countable income from your SSI Federal benefit rate. This

equals Your SSI Federal benefit.

To put it in other terms, Your total income minus $85 equals basis income. Basis

income divided by 2 equals countable income. SSI Benefit minus countable income

equals Benefit Paid.

The linked site gives many more details. Lest I confuse this more than I already

have, I'll leave you to it. Rattle my cage if I can help.

D

Re: ( ) money problems

Hello,

I was told SSI goes by house hold income. Do you know where I can see the gross

income chart to see who can be accepted for SSI?

ppanda65@... wrote:

_Supplemental Security Income_

(http://www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/)

_Social Security Disability Insurance_

(http://www.kidsource.com/nfpa/social.html)

[Guest guest]

Hi Rose,

New York is on the list of states that increase your SSI, so it would be better

to contact the Department of Social Services in New York for that answer.

The decrease is a graduated ratio of 1 to 2. SSA won't touch the first $20.00

additional gross family income, and the first $65 after that. At this rate, if

you make $85 you will get your whole benefit of $603.00 ($623.00 after Jan 1,

2007). If you make $87.00, an increase of $2, your whole benefit will be

reduced by $1. Every time you increase the gross family income by $2 they will

take $1 until the entire benefit is offset. I figure that at a gross family

income of $1206 per month / $14,592 per year is the limit.

Dave

Re: ( ) money problems

Hello,

I was told SSI goes by house hold income. Do you know where I can see the gross

income chart to see who can be accepted for SSI?

ppanda65@... wrote:

_Supplemental Security Income_

(http://www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/)

_Social Security Disability Insurance_

(http://www.kidsource.com/nfpa/social.html)

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

thanks for taking the time to answer me.

Happy Holidays

<sirdavjohn@...> wrote:

Hi Rose,

New York is on the list of states that increase your SSI, so it would be better

to contact the Department of Social Services in New York for that answer.

The decrease is a graduated ratio of 1 to 2. SSA won't touch the first $20.00

additional gross family income, and the first $65 after that. At this rate, if

you make $85 you will get your whole benefit of $603.00 ($623.00 after Jan 1,

2007). If you make $87.00, an increase of $2, your whole benefit will be reduced

by $1. Every time you increase the gross family income by $2 they will take $1

until the entire benefit is offset. I figure that at a gross family income of

$1206 per month / $14,592 per year is the limit.

Dave

Re: ( ) money problems

Hello,

I was told SSI goes by house hold income. Do you know where I can see the gross

income chart to see who can be accepted for SSI?

ppanda65@... wrote:

_Supplemental Security Income_

(http://www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/)

_Social Security Disability Insurance_

(http://www.kidsource.com/nfpa/social.html)