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New eligibility for Social Security's Supplemental Security Income

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is a crucial federal financial assistance initiative aimed at providing monthly payments to eligible individuals. Funded by the general funds of the US ...

Social Security retirement eligibility changing in 2026 — will higher work credit requirements affect your benefits and how can lower-income and part-time workers prepare

Social Security retirement eligibility rules are changing in 2026. Workers must earn 40 work credits to qualify. In 2025, one credit required $1,810 in earnings. In 2026, it rises to $1,890, or $7,560 ...
Disability Scoop

Social Security Working On Plans To Limit Access To SSI

The Social Security Administration is looking to cut down on who qualifies for Supplemental Security Income and decrease payments for some existing beneficiaries. The agency signaled in a recent ...
Medical News Today

SSI vs. SSDI: Understanding disability benefits

SSI and SSDI are Social Security benefits for people with disabilities based on different eligibility requirements. SSDI recipients also qualify for Medicare, while SSI recipients may qualify for ...
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Eligibility Rules for Social Security Retirement Benefits Are Changing in 2026

You earn eligibility by earning enough work credits. The rules for earning a work credit are changing in 2026. It could take a little more work to stay on track to receive benefits. When you are ...