How Old Do You Have To Be For Social Security Disability - Is There An Age Requirement?Social Security Disability has no disabled child's benefits (minor age children with disabilities file under the SSI program, not the SSD program). The minimum age for Social Security Disability benefits is eighteen years old provided the eighteen year old has worked long enough to be insured for Social Security Disability. Or, an adult child may be eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits based upon a deceased or living parent's earnings record. If their parent is living, they must be entitled to a Social Security retirement or disability benefit for their child (i.e. child, adopted child, or possibly step child, grandchild, or step grandchild) to receive benefits. An adult disabled child must be disabled prior to the age of twenty-two and unmarried. There is one other situation that has a minimum age requirement. If an individual is filing for disabled widow or widower's benefits, they must be at least fifty years of age to be eligible to receive benefits. These are the situations that have a minimum age requirement in order to receive Social Security Disability benefits. There are a couple of other situations that involve a "maximum age requirement". Disabled widow or widower's must be disabled prior to the age of sixty to be eligible for disability benefits based on their deceased spouse's earnings record. If a widow or widower was not disabled prior to the age of sixty, they are still eligible to receive standard widow or widower's benefits. If an individual is within six months of full retirement age, there is no advantage to filing for disability. At this age, they are already entitled to Medicare benefits and the five-month disability waiting period prevents an advantage over full retirement benefits. In fact, all Social Security Disability beneficiaries are converted to full retirement beneficiaries at their full retirement age. 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: Are Social Security Disability Benefits Taxable? How long do you have To Be Out Of Work Before You Get Social Security Disability (SSD)? How Old Do You Have To Be For Social Security Disability - Is There An Age Requirement? Can You Get SSD or SSI Disability Benefits If you are Injured In An Accident? Social Security Disability, SSI and Being Over the Age of Fifty Will Work Cause You To Lose Your Disability Benefits? How Long Can You Receive Social Security Disability Benefits? Does Social Security Disability Come With Medicaid Benefits? If you get Social Security Disability benefits do you get Medicare or Medicaid? If You Get Social Security Disability or SSI Benefits, Will Your Dependents Get A Check? If I Move To A State Where There Is A Lower Cost Of Living, Would My SSD Benefits Decrease? These pages answer some of the most basic questions for individuals who are considering filing a claim. What are my chances of being approved for disability in North Carolina? Can you get temporary Social Security Disability or SSI benefits? Permanent Social Security Disability What is the difference between Social Security Disability and SSI? Who is eligible for SSI disability? Can I Be Eligible For SSI And Social Security Disability At The Same Time? What makes a person eligible to receive disability benefits? Applying for Disability - How long does it take to get Social Security Disability or SSI benefits? Applying for SSI disability in Florida How much does a Florida disability lawyer cost? How Much Can You get in Social Security Disability in Florida? What happens if I file a disability application and it is denied by a disability examiner or Judge? |
