Once you have submitted your application for disability benefits, it generally takes 6 to 8 months for an initial decision. You can log in or create a personal my Social Security account to check the status of your pending application.
If you or someone you love is dealing with a medical condition that prevents them from working or earning a sufficient income, there is help available.As a caregiver, once you have collected all necessary information and documentation, you can apply for disability benefits on behalf of the person you are caring for.
You cannot work due to a medical condition; You cannot do work that you did before; We decide that you cannot adjust to other work because of your medical condition(s); and. Your disability has lasted or is expected to last for at least one year or to result in death.
This can be either: a letter from a professional. the statement of support, found in the application form and, completed by a professional. an official document, such as a prescription list or care plan.
If you are pregnant or applying on behalf of children, a determination should be made within 30 days from the date of your application. If you are applying and have a disability which must be evaluated, it can take up to 90 days to determine if you are eligible.
Definitions. Parents of Dependent Children: Income limits for 2024 are reported as a percentage of the federal poverty level (FPL). The 2024 FPL for a family of three is $25,820. Other Adults: Eligibility limits for other adults are presented as a percentage of the 2024 FPL for an individual is $15,060.
Income & Asset Limits for Eligibility 2025 New York Medicaid Long-Term Care Eligibility for Seniors Type of MedicaidSingle Institutional / Nursing Home Medicaid $1,800 / month $32,396 Medicaid Waivers / Home and Community Based Services $1,800 / month† $32,396 Regular Medicaid / Aged Blind and Disabled $1,800 / month‡ $32,3961 more row • 6 days ago
If you are pregnant or applying on behalf of children, a determination should be made within 30 days from the date of your application. If you are applying and have a disability which must be evaluated, it can take up to 90 days to determine if you are eligible.
Call the New York State Health Department's Growing Up Healthy Hotline at 1-800-522-5006, or contact your local county Department of Social Services. In New York City, call the Information Hotline at 311 or (718) 557-1399.