When you qualify for SSDI benefits, your children under age 19 may also qualify to receive benefits based on your record. Your qualifying child or spouse will get these benefits in any month you get an SSDI benefit. Read more about what months you and your dependents will get a benefit in SSDI and Work.

How much does a child get for SSDI?

Generally, your child will receive up to 50% of your total SSDI benefit. It is important to note that there is a maximum amount that a family can receive based on one disabled individual’s benefits. The family limit is usually 150% – 180% of the SSDI benefit awarded to the disabled individual.

What qualifies a child for disability benefits?

To be eligible for SSI, a child must either be disabled or blind. A child might qualify for disability benefits as soon as he or she is born because there are no minimum age requirements and might be able to receive disability benefits until he or she reaches age 18.

How does SSDI work for kids?

to SSDI benefits If your child is age 18 or older, we will evaluate his or her disability in the same way we would determine disability for any adult. We send the application to the Disability Determination Services in your state that makes the disability determination for us.

How to file for Social Security for a dependent child?

You can file for dependents benefits for your child at the same time that you file for disability benefits for yourself, or you can do so separately. If your disability claim has already been approved, call the Social Security Administration (SSA) at (800)772-1213 to set up an appointment to get the child’s insurance benefit.

Can a child qualify for Social Security disability?

When you qualify for Social Security disability benefits, your children may also qualify to receive benefits on your record. Your eligible child can be your biological child, adopted child, or stepchild.

Where can I apply for SSDI benefits for my child?

Applying for Child’s Benefits. To apply for benefits for your child, you must call the SSA or go into your local field office. You can find your field office on the SSA’s website by entering your zip code into the field locator.

How old do you have to be to get Social Security benefits for an unmarried child?

Your unmarried child can get benefits if they’re: • Younger than age 18; • 18-19 years old and a full-time student (no higher than grade 12); or • 18 or older with a disability that began before age 22.