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Qualifying children

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Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

I have children and their father has recently went for a hearing is waiting on a decision. I was told that the kids will qualify for benefits. I have several questions.
How is the amount determined?
What are the rules for the cutoff age to recieve benefits?
Do the children recieve back pay as well?
What steps if any do I need to take to set up their case?
If a child is 18 but still in high school do they qualify, and for how long?

Bryan

Hi Tracy,
Unfortunately, SSDI dependent benefits are generally intended for dependents who are permanent dependents.

Mon, 08/14/2017 - 15:06 Permalink
John (not verified)

I have soul custody Of my two kids there mother is in the process of getting disability I know my kids are on her paperwork what steps do I need to take to receive their benefits

Fri, 08/11/2017 - 15:16 Permalink
Jamesweiss (not verified)

I receive ssdi and won for the kids too but my ex is still getting child support and I think she's getting both what can I do

Sat, 08/12/2017 - 03:25 Permalink
Bryan

Hi James,
You may want to consult your state's laws regarding this as family law and law regarding child support varies by state.

Mon, 08/14/2017 - 15:15 Permalink
miasia (not verified)

My childs father use to receive benefits. Is there any way i can receive benefits for my child even if his father no longer gets them

Sun, 08/13/2017 - 22:32 Permalink
BJ (not verified)

I have full custody of my 8 year old grandson, but he is not adopted.. he has ADHD as well, but I receive SS.. can I file for him?

Mon, 08/14/2017 - 16:43 Permalink
Bryan

HI BJ,
Unfortunately, you may need to adopt your grandson for him to be eligible for benefits based on your social security benefits.

Mon, 08/14/2017 - 17:04 Permalink
Bryan

HI BJ,
Unfortunately, you may need to adopt your grandson for him to be eligible for benefits based on your social security benefits.

Mon, 08/14/2017 - 17:04 Permalink
Merrie (not verified)

My grandsons father is disabled but he's never worked, he's been disabled since he was 8 yrs old, can my grandson draw off of him even though he's never worked?

Thu, 08/17/2017 - 05:03 Permalink
Bryan

HI Merrie,
Unfortunately, he may not be able to. However if your granson has a disability, he may be eligible for SSI benefits.

Thu, 08/17/2017 - 09:14 Permalink
Bobby Nashville Tn (not verified)

I started recieving said in 2007 ,I just found out that I have a daughter that's 16 years old we have established paternity,would my daughter be entitled to back pay

Thu, 08/17/2017 - 08:04 Permalink

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