Social Security benefits are many and varied. United States citizens who have a disability can apply for these types of payments. In addition, there are other payments that are not directly dependent on Social Security that can also be claimed by citizens with a disability.
These other payments have to do with different aspects. Some payments are SNAP Food Stamps, other payments are related to the IRS Tax Credit. Other financial help or benefits come directly from the government. And the Section 811 Program is one of these benefits.
The idea of the Section 811 Program is to help people with a disability have a more accessible home. After all, many of the citizens in this situation have problems adapting their home to their needs. So thanks to this program, the possibility of achieving this goal is closer.
How do I know if I can apply for this program for Americans with disabilities?
Within the official website of the section 811 program we will find a questionnaire with this objective. If we enter this part of the government benefits web page, we will be able to see at the bottom of the questionnaire.
In this questionnaire we will have to answer very simple questions about our situation. These questions are about whether or not we have a disability, as well as other questions. We will also have to answer questions about our income and health.
Once we have answered everything, the website itself will give us an indicative answer about whether or not we can get the benefit to adapt our home. If so, we will be able to apply for the benefit. Even so, remember that this answer is not definitive, but indicative.
Can I combine Section 811 with Social Security?
With very few exceptions, Social Security is compatible with other government help. Therefore, we could get this payment to adapt our home at the same time we collect the Disability retirement payment.
Similarly, other payments such as SNAP or Supplemental Security Income are also compatible. Even so, at the time of applying for Section 811, we will have to prove our income.
Therefore, if we have a higher monthly income than requested, we may not get the help. But most citizens with a disability are eligible to get this benefit. However, they must meet the requirements and need an accommodation in the home.