Supplemental Security Income
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This program gives you extra money to pay monthly expenses if you're 65 years old or older, blind, or have a disability. You may also get help to pay for medicine if you use this program and Medicare. Medicare is health care for people who are 65 years old or older.


How do I apply?

To find out how to apply, please contact the Social Security Administration. Visit their website, or call 800-772-1213.

 

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BenefitsCheckUp helps assess whether you can get help from programs before you apply. Answer questions anonymously to find out if you may be eligible for key benefits assistance, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicare Savings Programs, Medicaid, Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS) - Extra Help, among others. 

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