·Federal program
SSI (Supplemental Security Income)
Federal income supplement program providing monthly cash payments to aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources. Funded by general tax revenues, not Social Security trust funds.
What it offers
Monthly federal payment up to $994/month for eligible individuals and $1,491/month for eligible couples (2026 rates, 2.8% COLA increase). Many states add a state supplement. Benefits are reduced dollar-for-dollar by countable income after exclusions ($20 general + $65 earned income). SSI recipients are typically automatically eligible for Medicaid in most states.
Questions that decide eligibility
GiveCare prepares the questions; the program makes the decision. Bring these to the call or the application:
- 01
What are the current income and asset limits, and whose income counts?
Our record lists an asset limit around $2,000 — limits change, so confirm the current figures.
- 02
Does the VA disability rating meet the program’s minimum (our record lists null%)?
- 03
Which citizenship or immigration statuses does the program accept, and which documents show it?
- 04
Do the work hours meet the minimum (our record lists null hours)?
- 05
Is there a caregiver-specific department, coordinator, or support line? Ask for it by name.
Many agencies have one that isn’t advertised on the website.
- 06
What documents do you need from us to start an application?
- 07
Is there a waitlist right now, and how long is it?