Can I get married and still get my Social Security Disability?Getting married and continuing to receive disability benefits through the Social Security Administration, or SSA, will depend really on which program you are receiving benefits in. This is because, although the definition of disability is always the same (i.e. what does Social Security consider a disability?), there are differences in non-medical requirements between the programs. If you are receiving Social Security Disability benefits, meaning that your disability benefit amount is based on your earnings over the years, there will be no problem with getting married. You will receive your normal SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) disability benefits. Your spouse's income will not influence or affect your monthly SSD benefits. Neither will your spouse's assets or resources (real estate, vehicles, savings, stocks, bonds, or any other type of assets). If you are receiving SSI disability, your disability benefit amount could be affected by your spouse's income and/or resources (assets). Your spouse's countable assets could potentially put you over the limit for receiving SSI benefits. The same could be true of their income. All of this is because, of course, SSI disability is a program that is based on need. If you get married to another indivdual, what they have in income and/or assets could certainly determine whether or not you continue to get SSI. If you are receiving disability based upon a parent's earnings, your disability benefits will stop if you marry anyone other than a SSDI recipient. About the Author: Tim Moore is a former Social Security Disability Examiner in North Carolina, has been interviewed by the NY Times and the LA Times on the disability system, and is an Accredited Disability Representative (ADR) in North Carolina. For assistance on a disability application or Appeal in NC, click here. Most popular topics on SSDRC.com Social Security Disability in North Carolina Common Mistakes to avoid after being denied for Disability Tips to Prepare for Filing for Social Security Disability or SSI Advice to Win SSD and SSI Benefit Claims Social Security Disability SSI Questions What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? How to get disability for depression Getting disability for fibromyalgia SSI disability for children with ADHD What is the Application Process for Social Security Disability and SSI? Social Security Disability SSI Exam tips More Social Security Disability SSI Questions What makes you eligible for Social Security Disability or SSI? Related pages: How long after my consultative appointments will I get a decision on my disability claim? Can I get married and still get my Social Security Disability? How many people die while waiting for disability benefits? Does SSA go by onset date or application date for back pay? Applying for Disability with high blood pressure What Does Social Security Consider To Be a Disability? If you get denied at a disability hearing, can you win later? Can you work while filing for disability? Can I get Retroactive SSI Disability Benefits? Can medications qualify you for disability? Will Social Security respond to a dire need letter? Denied disability because of work credits Can you still get SSI if you are denied SSDI? |
