Social Security Benefits - SSI vs SSDI - By MySocialSecurity Attorney

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Visit us at http://www.MySocialSecurityAttorney.com. What's Right For Me: SSI or SSDI? California Social Security Disability Lawyer SSI vs. SSDI Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a benefit administered by the Social Security Administration for the benefit of disabled people who make little income and have limited financial resources. The current monthly SSI benefit in the state of California is $858, which is subject to periodic change and subject to various offsets. A person may not receive SSI benefits if they have assets of more than $2,000 for a single person or $3000 for a couple. However, this asset cap does not include a home or an automobile. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is another program administered by the Social Security Administration for the benefit of disabled people. To be eligible for SSDI benefits, you must have a disability that has substantially affected your ability to work, for 12 months or more. The disability must be sufficient enough to be defined as a qualifying disability by the Social Security Administration. To be eligible for SSDI benefits, you must have worked for a sufficient period of time and paid into Social Security. The amount of SSDI benefits you receive will depend on how much you have earned and how much you have paid into the system. Monthly SSDI benefits may range from $500 to $2000 or more, and you can receive an award for back pay for up to twelve months before the time of your filing. For a free consultation to discuss SSI or SSDI, call 866.587.9176. How Do I Know What is Best for Me? The best way to determine your eligibility and determine which benefit is best for you is to consult with a Social Security Disability attorney. At Jorgensen Law, we represent clients throughout the state of California who need assistance with SSDI or SSI. Attorney Don H. Jorgensen has helped thousands of clients throughout California get the financial and medical assistance they need. To see for yourself, visit our testimonials page. Contact Jorgensen Law in San Diego, California To schedule a free consultation at Jorgensen Law, call our San Diego, Los Angeles or Riverside, California office at 866.587.9176, or contact us by e-mail.