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How does the SSI disability program work for a child?
To be eligible for SSI benefits, a child must be either blind or disabled. Eligibility can begin as early as the date of birth with no minimum age requirement.
To be eligible for SSI benefits, a child must be either blind or disabled. Eligibility can begin as early as the date of birth with no minimum age requirement.
Source: SSI for Children — Social Security Administration
Educational information only — not a diagnosis or medical advice. Consult a qualified professional about your child.