There are two distinct types of Social Security disability benefits available for children.
One type is Supplemental Security Income (SSI) children’s disability benefits. To qualify, the child’s parents must have a low income, and the child must meet Social Security’s definition of disability. Unlike adults, whose eligibility depends on their ability to work, children aren’t expected to work. This makes defining disability more complex. Social Security evaluates the severity of a child’s health issues using multiple criteria, making it challenging to qualify.
The other type is Disabled Adult Child benefits. To receive these benefits, an applicant must have a parent who worked enough to be covered under Social Security. The applicant must have also become disabled before turning 22. Additionally, the parent must be deceased or receiving Social Security benefits. Even if the applicant applies after age 22, Social Security will review their medical condition before that age. Gathering medical records from decades earlier can be difficult, but it’s possible. These benefits provide crucial financial security for parents of disabled adult children. Many parents worry about their child’s future when they are no longer around to support them. While having a steady income and Medicare doesn’t solve everything, it offers stability and peace of mind.
Hall & Rouse represents both types of child disability claimants. It’s not the only thing we do but we are child disability attorneys.
If you’re in North Carolina and need assistance with your Social Security disability claim, call Hall & Rouse, P.C. at 1-866-425-5347.