Means-tested income

[Sandyb 0]

Hello VJ friends,

I've read the information regarding income for joint sponsor it mentions "means-tested benefits" and it gives a descpition as list below. It doesnot mention SSDI(disability)therefore my question is does it fall under that catergory of not being an allowable income or not?

Federal means-tested benefits currently include SSI (Supplemental Security income), TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), food stamps, Medicaid, and State Child Health Insurance Programs (SCHIP). State and local means-tested benefits vary by jurisdiction. Earned benefits such as Social Security retirement, Unemployment Compensation, and Workman’s Compensation may be included as income.

[Jojo92122 1,924]

To receive SSDI, the person must have paid Social Security taxes through a job. SSDI is not a welfare program like SSI. SSI is a welfare program. If you notice, most of the means tested benefits are commonly known as welfare programs.

http://www.ssa.gov/dibplan/dqualify.htm

Edited April 11, 2011 by Jojo92122

[Sandyb 0]

Thanks Jojo92122 for providing that info for me. This was something that would be a "make-it or break-it" situation for us.

Thanks again.

[JimVaPhuong 4,863]

SSDI is an employer paid government insurance program. It's not a means tested benefit.