Can receive social security for my son who has Autism?

Question

Can receive social security for my son who has Autism?

Answer 1

If he is under 18,you can get supplimental security income,if your income isn`t to high.I`m not sure how they figure it.My son was recieving SSI until august,when his dad passed away.Now he recieve social security death benefits.After 18 they get disability.

Answer 2

I have a 15 year-old son with Aspergers and we applied for SSI this year.  Based on what I learned from our application, this is how it works:  If your child is under 18 years-old, you must  meet, either stringent income/savings guidelines or one  parent must be deceased.  Once your child is 18 years-old, these rules do not apply.  If your adult child has a diagnosed disability, your income and property are not considered as your child's assets; your child is now considered a disabled adult, who is indigent.  In this case, even if your adult child continues to live at home, he/she would be eligible for SSI benefits.  If you have applied already for benefits and were denied, be sure to apply again when your child reaches adulthood.  Also, you may want to apply for MR/DD benefits, because autism is considered a developmental disability.  In addition, because your child is autistic, you may want to apply for the Autism Scholarship Program through your school district.  This would provide $20,000/year for your child's education and therapies.  If your child is adopted, you can apply for a subsidy of up to $15,000/year through your county's Children Services Board.

I hope this helps,

Connie

Answer 3

He can receive SSI - which is a need based program. It also depends how old he is. If he is under 18 years old, your income and your husbands income is deemed as his income. If your income is over the limit he may not be eligible for payment. But, if he is over 18 then your income will not be deemed and could be possible for payment under SSI and other benefits.

Answer 4

I believe that he  can regardless of your income. Contact Social Security.