What happens to my disability benefits if I move out of state?Social Security Disability benefits are federal benefits and as such they are not affected by your move to another state. Social Security will not change your address until you have actually moved to the new address, so if you move to another state you should contact the local Social Security office and inform them of your new address. It is important to keep your address current with Social Security because your benefits could be stopped if Social Security receives mail back. Additionally, if you receive SSI disability you should contact the local Social Security office as soon as possible. SSI disability benefit amounts are based in part on living arrangements and if your living arrangement changes it could increase or decrease your SSI disability amount. Also, some states offer state supplements to SSI disability beneficiaries and those supplements can be lost or provided dependent upon the state. If you move from a state that has the supplements to one that does not your disability benefits may decrease. 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 does it take to get disability in North Carolina after you are approved? Moving While your Social Security Disability Case is being worked on How do you find out if a Social Security Disability application has been approved Will I be approved for disability on my appeal? Can you be approved for disability without having to go to a hearing? Does Social Security approve a disability application the first time? Will my disability benefits change if I move out of state? How Is A Social Security Disability Claim Affected If I Move During My Review? |
