Supplemental Security Income
Social Security Administration
To ensure a minimum level of income to persons who have attained age 65 or are blind or disabled, and whose income and resources are below specified levels. SEC 1601- SSI was created for the purpose of establishing a national program to provide supplemental security income to individuals who attained age 65 or are blind, or disabled.
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Helps people with disabilities or those over 65 who have limited income. Provides monthly payments to help cover basic living expenses.
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๐What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?
- ๐Steps to Apply
- Check eligibility for benefits
- Sign in or create a secure my Social Security account
- Follow instructions to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- ๐Application Portal
- http://www.socialsecurity.gov/manage-benefits
- ๐คSubmission Method
- online
- ๐Intake Type
- rolling
๐What Documents Are Required?
- โ Required Documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
- SF-424B (Assurances)
- Project Narrative
- Budget Narrative
- ๐Optional Documents
- indirect cost rate agreement
- IRB approval letter
- environmental review
- ๐Format Requirements
- PDF only, max 10MB
- ๐ฅTemplates Available
- โ๏ธSupporting Letters
- Letters of support are recommended but not required.
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๐ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?
- ๐งพEligible Expenses
- monthly payments to people with little or no income
- monthly payments to people with disabilities
- monthly payments to people who are blind
- monthly payments to people aged 65 or older
- ๐ณPayment Model
- mixed
๐คIs Matching Funding Required?
- ๐Matching Required
- No
๐What Are the Reporting Requirements?
- ๐Audit Requirements
- OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
- ๐๏ธRecord Retention Period
- 3 years post-final-report
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FAQFrequently Asked Questions
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This program offers funding up to $184,500 (minimum $1,890).
This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.
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