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Hosts Megan (Smallwood) and Patrick (Cadigan) continue climbing the ladder by discussing the complexities of Supplemental Security Income (SSI). They lay out how adults may receive monthly payments, how eligibility starts at age 18 and includes automatic Medicaid. The conversation also covers preparation for SSI applications, the importance of housing agreements, and the role of a representative payee to manage funds. Join the conversation!
Episode Keywords:
Supplemental Security Income, monthly payment, Medicaid eligibility, housing agreement, food and shelter, representative payee, medical assistance, DDA funding, transition specialist, ABLE accounts, special needs trust
Links:
Supplemental Security Income (page)
Acronyms & Definitions (page)
Social Security (site)
Supplemental Security Income (site)
Well That's Helpful: SSI/SSDI YouTube playlist
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Transition music by Joseph McDade from Transistor.
