Legal Question in Social Security Law in Florida

I am on SSDI and my mom wants to know if she leaves an inheritance ...will they cut off my SSDI

I am in Florida . She is in New York


Asked on 9/07/10, 7:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Latangie Williams Law Office of Latangie Williams, P.A.

If you are on SSI and �come into money� whether it is a gift, inheritance or settlement (or through whatever means), you need to notify Social Security. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a �needs-based� program. You only get it if you do not have money coming in from other sources. So, if you suddenly get some money, your benefits may be reduced or even cut off. However, there may be other options for your mom to provide you with support without yoy losing your SSI benefits.

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Answered on 9/18/10, 8:22 pm


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