In some cases, you can qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) even if you are collecting benefits from another source. The type of additional benefits you receive will determine if there is any reduction in the amount of your monthly SSDI payment.
Can I Collect Other Benefits in Addition to SSDI Payments?
Yes. You can collect benefits in addition to SSDI payments. However there are different rules depending on what types of benefits...Can I Qualify for SSDI If I Have Another Source of Benefits (Retirement, Private Pension, Workers’ Compensation, etc.)?
Updated June 21, 2024
In some cases, you can qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) even if you are collecting benefits from another source. The type of additional benefits you receive will determine if there is any reduction in the amount of your monthly SSDI payment.
Can I Collect Other Benefits in Addition to SSDI Payments?
Yes. You can collect benefits in addition to SSDI payments. However there are different rules depending on what types of benefits...
In some cases, you can qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) even if you are collecting benefits from another source. The type of additional benefits you receive will determine if there is any reduction in the amount of your monthly SSDI payment.
Can I Collect Other Benefits in Addition to SSDI Payments?
Yes. You can collect benefits in addition to SSDI payments. However there are different rules depending on what types of benefits...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) runs two programs to help people with disabilities: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Each program has different requirements, although there are some similarities. It is possible to qualify for only SSDI, only SSI, or both SSDI and SSI. If you qualify for both, you will not get a double benefit but a combination benefit which amounts to the highest of the two benefits.
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Getting paid under the table can jeopardize your ability to draw disability benefits. Specifically, you may not qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. SSDI is a program that bridges the gap between the time you suffer a disabling impairment and the time you reach full retirement age.
To qualify for SSDI, you need to meet certain work history requirements based on your age. You cannot qualify unless you pay taxes on your income.
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If I receive Social Security retirement benefits, does it affect my ability to draw disability benefits?
If you are of full retirement age you cannot receive SSDI. Even those who qualify to draw both at the same time do not receive more than their maximum retirement amount. However, you can continue to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as long as you meet the stringent income criteria for these benefits.
Why can I not receive both SSDI and retirement...
Depending on your income, assets, and other factors, you may qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you are receiving Social Security retirement benefits. This program offers additional income on top of your retirement benefits, helping you make ends meet and provide a more stable income for your family.
What is the purpose of SSI?
SSI provides benefits to people who have very limited income and assets and cannot work to earn additional income....