Main Disability Benefits Available in Florida

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

SSDI is a federal program for individuals who have worked and paid into Social Security through payroll taxes. If you qualify, you’ll receive:

• Monthly cash benefits based on your earnings record
• Medicare coverage after 24 months of receiving SSDI

To be eligible, your disability must prevent you from working and be expected to last at least one year or result in death.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

SSI is another federal benefit program for disabled individuals with limited income and resources, regardless of their work history. Benefits include:

• Monthly financial assistance
• Access to Medicaid in Florida
• Potential eligibility for food and housing assistance

Medicaid (Through SSI Eligibility)

If you qualify for SSI in Florida, you will automatically qualify for Medicaid, which provides:

• Health insurance coverage
• Access to doctors, specialists, prescriptions, and hospital care

Additional Support Programs in Florida

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services

Florida’s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain employment. Services may include:

• Job training
• Assistive technology
• Counseling and job placement

SNAP (Food Assistance)

SSI recipients often qualify for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, which help pay for groceries.

Housing Assistance

Low-income individuals with disabilities may also qualify for housing subsidies or access to affordable housing through local public housing authorities.