Benefits & programs · Income & food support
Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Run by Social Security Administration (SSA)What it is
SSI is a federal program that pays monthly cash benefits to people with limited income and resources who are age 65 or older, blind, or have a qualifying disability. It is meant to help meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.
What it may help with
may help with monthly income for basic needs like food, clothing, and housing.
The official page
Only the program itself can tell you if your family qualifies — eligibility often depends on income, care needs, and your state.
Go to the official page ↗This is a plain-language summary of a public program, not advice and not a promise that you qualify. Programs change; confirm current details and eligibility on the official page above or with a benefits counselor.