As we continue to endure the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic many people are still struggling to make house payments or rent because they are unable to work due physical or mental health impairments, but outside assistance remains available.
Many people who are unable to work due to impairments are receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Because SSI is a financial needs-based program for people who have medical conditions, the Social Security Administration considers to be disabling, any extra financial assistance received could impact SSI benefits, so it is important to know that ahead of time before you seek out housing assistance and if you are receiving SSI payments. Social Security has provided the following information to inform beneficiaries of the different types of assistance available and how that assistance could impact your SSI benefits.
Help is available for homeowners and renters during the Coronavirus national emergency. You may qualify for financial assistance if you are struggling to pay your mortgage or rent. Federal, state, and local governments are offering help with housing expenses and avoiding eviction.
Learn what financial and other help is available by selecting a button below to visit the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s website.
Financial assistance often can affect a person’s eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or affect their monthly SSI payment amount. However, the Social Security Administration will not count emergency financial assistance received from the programs and funds listed below against an SSI recipient’s eligibility or payment amount. Financial assistance not listed below may affect SSI eligibility or payment amount.
- Emergency Rental Assistance Fund
- Emergency Assistance for Rural Housing/Rural Rental Assistance
- Homeowner Assistance Fund
- Housing Assistance and Supportive Services Programs for Native Americans
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