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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in the District of Columbia (over) Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in the District of Columbia 2026 What is SSI? Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides monthly payments to people with limited income and resources. SSI is for people who are 65 or older, as well as people of any age, including children, who are blind or have disabilities. To be eligible for SSI, you must also have little or no income and few resources. The value of the things you own must be less than $2,000 if you’re single or less than $3,000 for married couples living together. We don’t count the value of your home if you live in it, and, usually, we don’t count the value of your car. We may not count the value of certain other resources, such as a burial plot. To get SSI, you must apply for any other government benefits for which you may be eligible. You must live in the United States or the Northern Mariana Islands to receive SSI. If you’re not a U.S. citizen but you legally live in the U.S., you still may be able to get SSI. For more information, read Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Noncitizens (Publication No. 05-11051). The District of Columbia adds money to the federal payment only for people living in adult foster care homes or Medicaid facilities. People in these living arrangements receive a payment at the beginning of each month that includes both the federal SSI payment and the supplement from the District of Columbia. Medical assistance If you get SSI, you usually can get medical assistance (Medicaid) automatically. If you have questions about Medicaid, contact your local human services office. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) If you get SSI, you may be able to get help through SNAP, formerly known as food stamps. SNAP can help you buy more food without spending more money. We don’t decide if you qualify for SNAP. If everyone in your household is applying for or getting SSI, you can apply for SNAP at a Social Security office. If not, apply at your local human services office. Other social services People who are eligible for SSI may be eligible for additional resources and services provided by their local human services office, including: • Child care • Eviction prevention and rental assistance • Youth and community services for vulnerable adults and families • Information and referrals For more information, contact your local human services office. Monthly SSI payment amounts The table on the back lists the combined federal and state payment amounts. Not all SSI recipients get the maximum amount. Your payment may be lower if you have other income. SSA.gov