Who is eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, is a federal benefit program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides safety-net financial support for people in …
What is the Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? - AARP
Feb 24, 2020 · Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a benefit program managed by the Social Security Administration that provides monthly payments to people who are older, blind or have …
How To Apply For Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · To apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, you should contact the Social Security Administration. Read to learn more.
Social Security SSDI and SSI are Different Programsu2029 - AARP
Jan 2, 2025 · Social Security was put in charge of SSI when the program was established in 1972 to replace a patchwork of state programs that provided federally financed benefits for people …
How Do Financial Assets Affect SSI Benefits? - AARP
Nov 5, 2021 · Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a safety-net government benefit for people who are older, blind or have a disability and are in financial need. The Social Security …
Biggest Social Security Changes for 2025 - AARP
Aug 18, 2025 · The COLA is applied to all Social Security payments — survivor benefits, family benefits and disability benefits, as well as retirement benefits — and to Supplemental …
How Social Security COLA May Increase 2026 Benefits - AARP
Oct 10, 2025 · “ Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 75 million Americans will be adjusted per the 2026 COLA, beginning January 1, 2026, without any delay …
Social Security Proposing SSI Income Rule Change - AARP
Oct 1, 2024 · Because SSI is a means-tested program, Social Security considers a wide range of income and financial support in determining eligibility.
How Marriage Affects SSI Eligibility and Benefits - AARP
Dec 27, 2024 · Find out how marital status impacts Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and what the term ‘marriage penalty’ term means.
Shutdown May Postpone 2026 Cost of Living Announcement - AARP
Oct 1, 2025 · The ongoing government shutdown will delay the highly anticipated announcement of Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) until Oct. 24, although beneficiaries …