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At Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons, we understand how important these benefits can be for your family.\u00a0 When Is a Child Eligible for...","datePublished":"2025-10-30","dateModified":"2025-10-30","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/blog\/author\/rbrlawfirm\/#Person","name":"Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons","url":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/blog\/author\/rbrlawfirm\/","identifier":9,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d0925a45a81b21fd1dd057ea2aa3cf0b7862bc7e8478f659a09444e627cf1a3f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d0925a45a81b21fd1dd057ea2aa3cf0b7862bc7e8478f659a09444e627cf1a3f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/rbrs-logo-96x96.png","url":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/rbrs-logo-96x96.png","width":96,"height":96}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/RBRS-Blog-Template-41.png","url":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/RBRS-Blog-Template-41.png","height":600,"width":600},"url":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/blog\/how-to-get-social-security-benefits-for-a-child-with-disabilities\/","about":["Social Security Claims"],"wordCount":625,"articleBody":"The Social Security system can feel confusing and overwhelming, but when you’re trying to secure benefits for a child with disabilities, it is a crucial safety net. At Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons, we understand how important these benefits can be for your family.\u00a0When Is a Child Eligible for Disability Benefits?To qualify for Social Security benefits based on disability, a child must have a severe disability that began before age 22. The Social Security Administration (SSA) defines \u201cdisability\u201d as a physical or mental condition that seriously limits daily activities and is expected to last at least one year or result in death.To be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, if the child isn\u2019t blind, they must not be earning more than $1,620 per month or not be working at all. If the child is blind, they must be earning no more than $2,700 per month or must not be working. To obtain a disability determination, the child must have conditions that produce severe functional limitations.\u00a0How Does Social Security Determine If Children Qualify for SSI?To determine a child\u2019s eligibility, the SSA reviews:Medical Evidence \u2013 Records from doctors, hospitals, therapists, and clinics that prove the child’s disability and show its impact on daily life.School Records \u2013 Special education plans, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), or teacher observations that confirm the disability\u2019s impact on the child\u2019s education and development.\u00a0Daily Functioning \u2013 Reports from parents or guardians, teachers, doctors, therapists, caregivers, and relatives that offer insight into the child\u2019s condition.\u00a0How Do I Apply for SSI from the Social Security Administration (SSA)A common question clients ask us is, \u201cHow do I apply for SSI for my child?\u201d Here\u2019s how to apply for disability for a child:You can apply for your child\u2019s benefits by calling the Social Security Administration\u2019s toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or visiting your local Social Security office. You can also apply online, but you will need to complete the process either in person or over the phone.The SSA requires specific documents to establish eligibility. Those documents include:Your child\u2019s birth certificate or proof of adoptionProof of marriage to the child\u2019s parent (when applying for stepchildren)Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful immigration statusMedical records and therapy notesSchool records evaluationsW-2 forms or tax returns if your child had earningsIf you\u2019re applying as the parent or guardian, you may need to show your own birth certificate and proof of citizenship. If you don\u2019t have all the documents on hand, the SSA will help you obtain what\u2019s missing.How Can a Social Security Lawyer Help My Child Get Benefits?An experienced Social Security disability lawyer can help you through the stressful situation of receiving SSI disability benefits for a disabled child by:Collecting and organizing medical and school recordsObtaining statements from doctors and teachersAssisting with the application processRepresenting you in appeals if your claim is deniedOur attorneys can guide you through every step of the process and help you avoid critical errors that might result in your claim being denied.\u00a0Contact Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons for Help with Your Child\u2019s SSI or SSDI ClaimThe team at Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons has helped countless Oklahoma families secure Social Security disability benefits for minors. If you\u2019re applying for the first time or have already been denied, we can help. Contact us today for your free consultation.\u00a0Ryan Bisher Ryan & SimonsWe are Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons, a legal firm that, for decades, has been fighting for the rights of hardworking Oklahoma residents. Our mission is to hold the powerful accountable."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How to Get Social Security Benefits for a Child with Disabilities","item":"https:\/\/www.rbrlawfirm.com\/blog\/how-to-get-social-security-benefits-for-a-child-with-disabilities\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]