Mr. Martin J. O’Malley is the new commissioner of the Social Security Administration. He is instituting a number of changes that will be helpful in providing better care of the disabled. One of the most exciting changes is the fact that Social Security is expanding access to the SSI program by updating the definition of a public assistance household. This will give more money to people who are applying and who are receiving SSI benefits. Please listen to my video for more information.
For example, if you are receiving SSI and you live in a household that has a spouse, relatives or friends who contribute financially to the household, your monthly SSI amount received is currently reduced, typically by 1/3. Instead of getting the full SSI benefit of $943 a month, many only receive about $609 a month because of other resources. With the new change, if you are receiving SSI, you may qualify for the maximum amount – $943 a month, because, in many cases, they will no longer count the income of others in the household.
I’ve included a link below that will direct you to the Social Security’s blog regarding this new, exciting benefit.
To get more information about the new rule click on:
https://www.ssa.gov/news/press/releases/2024/#5-2024-3
Because of Issues with Social Security, we are experiencing significant delays in the processing of claims. There is a backlog of claims that have been delayed at the initial application and reconsideration levels. Please don’t get discouraged. We are doing all we can to help Social Security process claims more quickly.
If you know anyone who may need Social Security disability benefits, please share this article with them and give them my number,
888-551-1190
I will listen to them and help them understand Social Security Disability and if they may qualify. Remember, I never charge for consultations, and there is never a fee unless we win.
Take care and God bless!
Randy Adams, Accredited Disability Advocate
“And what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly before your God.” Micah 6:8
