| Skip to content Social Security Online |
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | |
| Links to SSI Spotlights 2010 Edition |
SSI SPOTLIGHT ON SSI BENEFITS FOR DISABLED OR BLIND YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE 2012 Edition |
Is there a way to apply for SSI before my anticipated release from foster care? |
Disabled or blind youth receiving Title IV-E federal foster care benefits usually cannot become eligible for SSI until foster care payments have stopped. Eligibility for foster care payments in most States ends at age 18 attainment. SSA may accept an SSI application from a youth up to 90 days before his or her foster care eligibility will end due to age. |
![]() |
|||||||||
What are the requirements for filing an SSI application? |
A disabled youth transitioning out of foster care may file an SSI application if he or she:
|
| Return to Top of Page |
THIS INFORMATION IS GENERAL.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1–800–772–1213 (TTY 1–800–325–0778),
VISIT OUR WEBSITE
(www.socialsecurity.govwww.socialsecurity.gov) ON THE INTERNET,
OR CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SOCIAL SECURITY OFFICE.
| |
Privacy Policy | Website Policies & Other Important Information | Site Map |