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Difference Between SSI and SSDI

Plane Benefits: Understanding and Choosing the Right Program It can be challenging to live with a disability, mainly if it keeps you from working and generating a reliable income. Fortunately, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are two financial aid programs the U.S. government offers to those with disabilities. Both programs […]

How Inheritance Affects Disability Benefits

As retirement nears, those with disabilities may face complex questions about their benefits, especially with an inheritance involved. If you’re receiving disability benefits and have recently received or are expecting an inheritance, you might wonder how this financial change will affect your benefits. To understand the impact of an inheritance on your disability benefits, it’s […]

Navigating SNAP and SSI Benefits

Plan Benefits’ Comprehensive Guide on SNAP and SSI Benefits If you’re receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you might worry about affording groceries. It’s not uncommon to struggle with balancing housing costs and food expenses. Fortunately, if you qualify for SSI, you also qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This is crucial, especially for […]

Dual Benefits: Retirement and Disability?

As retirement nears, many wonder: Can you collect both retirement and disability benefits? 40% of adults 65+ face this question due to disabilities. This guide by Plan Benefits aims to clarify these concerns by exploring the intricacies of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and retirement benefits. Understanding SSDI, SSI, and Retirement […]

Navigating Disability Benefits for Children

If your child is born with a disability or becomes disabled later in life, the responsibility of navigating this unexpected territory can be overwhelming. You will encounter many new terms and services associated with disability assistance. Every step to provide for your child may seem arduous as you strive to offer a “normal” experience in […]