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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) In PennsylvaniaSSA Publication No. 05-11150, January 2009, [View .pdf] (En EspaƱol) |
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What is SSI?SSI, or Supplemental Security Income, is a federal program that provides monthly cash payments to people in need. SSI is for people who are 65 or older, as well as for blind or disabled people of any age, including children.
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Medical assistanceIf you get SSI, you usually can get medical assistance (Medicaid) automatically. If you have questions about Medicaid, contact your local county assistance office.
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Food stampsIf you get SSI, you may be able to get food stamps. Food stamps can be used to help you buy more food without spending more money. However, Social Security does not decide if you can get food stamps. If you live in a household where everyone is applying for or getting SSI, you can apply for food stamps at a Social Security office. If not, you must apply at your local county assistance office.
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Other social servicesOther services you may be able to get through the local county assistance office include:
For more information, contact your local county assistance office. |
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Monthly SSI payment amountsNot all SSI recipients receive the maximum amount. Your payment may be lower if you have other income.
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Contacting Social SecurityFor more information and to find copies of our publications, visit www.socialsecurity.gov or call toll-free, We treat all calls confidentially. We also want to make sure you receive accurate and courteous service. That is why we have a second Social Security representative monitor some telephone calls. |
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