Benefits for autistic children

• Disability Living Allowance.
• Carer’s Allowance.
• Child Tax Credit and Working Tax Credit.
• Housing Benefit and help with Council Tax or Rates.
• Income Support.
• Universal Credit.
• Challenging benefit decisions.
• More information.

Can a parent and child both get SSI?

Children, youth and adults can receive SSI. If the child lives in the same household as their parent(s), the parent’s income and resources are used to determine the child’s eligibil- ity and payment amount.

Can you get Social Security disability for a child with autism?

Adult vs. Child Disability Benefits. Autism can affect both children and adults. If your child is under age 18 and has autism, and you have low income and assets, your child may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits under the Social Security Act.

How to apply for SSI for a child under 18?

For more detailed information about applying for SSI, visit the following page: The SSI application for a child under the age of 18 consists of the Child Disability Report, the Application for Supplemental Security Income, and a mandatory interview with an SSA representative.

When does a child no longer qualify for Social Security?

At age 18, Social Security no longer considers parent income and resources when determining financial eligibility, so a child who was previously denied may now qualify based on their income and resources alone. Even if the child resides with their parents or other family members, their income and resources are no longer considered.

How old was my daughter when she was diagnosed with autism?

My daughter was diagnosed with autism when she was 4 years old. She is now 18 years old and eligible for SSI. Is she eligible to receive SSD based on me and her father’s working and contributions to SSA?