Supplemental Security Income and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are both Federal programs. Even if Social Security schedules SSI, SSA does not fund these payments.
On the contrary, SNAP benefits are funded by USDA, through the Food and Nutrition Service. States can also administer Food Stamps paydays and applications.
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However, Social Security administers SSI applications and approval decisions. What is more, the age to apply for both benefits could be the same or not, depending on the way you qualify.
SSI AND SNAP: AGES TO FILE
If you have a qualifying disability, you can apply for Supplemental Security Income even if it is your child the one with a disability. However, if you do not have a disability or you are not blind, you can only get Supplemental Security Income if you are 65 or older.
SNAP benefits can be for a whole family. So it includes both adults and children. There are also special rules for the Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents aged 18-52.
Therefore, if you do not work for at least 80 hours per month, you cannot get SNAP for more than 3 months in 3 years. SSI and SNAP are only for those who meet the income and resources requirements. Having little money is a must.
MAXIMUM AMOUNTS FOR BOTH BENEFITS IN 2024
If you have a very low income and little money on hand, you may get the largest Supplemental Security Income check. Individuals can receive a payment worth $943 while married couples up to $1,415.
SNAP beneficiaries can get up to $1,751 but only if they are 8. Bear in mind that Food Stamps help you buy food, but you can spend SSI benefits on any expenses you may have.
Some States like Alaska and Hawaii may send higher SNAP amounts. If your financial situation improves, you must report it. This is because you may no longer qualify for SSI or SNAP.