Will my montly personal SSDI increase to compensate for the loss of dependent funds when my son turns 18?
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Will my montly personal SSDI increase to compensate for the loss of dependent funds when my son turns 18?
Receiving a monthly set amount for myself and a monthly amount for my son who will turn 18 in a few months. Will my amount increase to reach the cap when I loose the help for my son? I receive nothing from WC except monthly free prescriptions.
Asked on May 12, 2009 under Personal Injury, New Jersey
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
I'm afraid that the answer is no. The money SSDI gives your son is for his support. Once he reaches 18 (or 19 if still in high school) SS deems that support to be no longer necessary. You will not get an amount to make up for this. You do however get annual increases for cost-of-living on the money you receive.
Possibly you can qualify for SSI (Supplemental Security Income). The SSI program makes payments to people with low income who are age 65 or older or are blind or have a disability. To find out if you are eligible, contact your nearest SS office.
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