What does a child get if a person is approved for disability?If I am approved for Social Security Disability benefits does my child automatically get the benefit as well or do I have to apply for those benefits once I'm approved. If you are approved a claim must be taken for your child. If your child lives with you, then you are the proper applicant for the child. If you and the child's mother are in the same household, you will have to decide who will be the representative payee for your child. If you are not in the same household with your child, the person who the child resides with will be the proper applicant. Followup question from sender: I am currently awaiting a decision on my SSD case. My Child is 17yrs old and will be 18yrs old in June 2015. He will be graduating in May 2015. If I am approved more than likely he will not get ongoing benefits but will be entitled to the payment of backpay benefits. Since he will be 18 and have graduated can his backpay be given directly to him, perhaps put in a trust account of some sort, or will it have to go to the parent? Thanks for the clarification, if he is 18 years old, he will have to file for the benefits. And he controls the back payment of dependent child's benefits. He can determine what he wishes to do with the money from that point. 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: If You Get Social Security Disability or SSI Benefits, Will Your Dependents Get A Check? How do I file for my children and spouse if I am Receiving SSDI? Social Security Disability, children dependent benefits, and Marital Status How do you apply for disability for your child or your children? When a parent receives disability benefits, can the children receive benefits? How are children eligible to receive disability benefits? Eligibility for Social Security Disability Children Benefits Can an adult who has been to college but hasn't worked for a long time get Disability Benefits? Will my children get benefits if I get approved for disability? Why Are Child SSI Cases Often Turned Down By Social Security Disability Examiners? If I get disability will my children receive benefits? How to apply for Social Security Disability SSI benefits for children |
