SSI Disability for Children and Age Appropriate ActivitiesGenerally, age appropriate activities are considered in Social Security child disability claims (note: these claims are actually filed in the SSI disability program since minor-age children are potentially eligible for SSI, but not Social Security Disability, which is based on insured status that is gained through work credits). Age appropriate activities are the accepted age level functional activities that a child should be able to perform. Once children are school age, their functional abilities are more easily documented. Children who attend school have psychological testing, schoolwork and progress reports. Additionally, their teachers can provide information about their ability to perform age related activities. Social Security Disability examiners send out teacher questionnaires to document a child's ability to perform age related activities. They also offer some insight into the child's problems with social functioning, deficiencies of concentration, attention, pace, and persistence. School records are sought for all school age children, so that disability examiners can effectively evaluate their functional abilities. If the child is under school age, it is somewhat more difficult to evaluate age appropriate activities. However, Social Security accepts medical evidence from the child's medical treating sources and other medical sources, along with observations from parents and other concerned individuals who are aware of the child's activities of daily living as evidence with regard to the child's performance of age appropriate activities. 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: Will my children get benefits if I get approved for disability? Eligibility for Social Security Disability Children Benefits How to apply for Social Security Disability SSI benefits for children What are the SSI disability qualifications for Adults and Children? What happens if I am on disability and sell property? Can I supplement my income with part time work while I get disability? Social Security Disability, freelance income, and paying taxes Denied at my disability review and am now appealing that determination Social Security benefits if you already get short term disability Can my disability benefits be garnished for unpaid fines? If I work part time, will Social Security deduct from my disability check? If you apply for disability in Kentucky Disability Lawyer Kentucky |
