Lincoln ElderCare Resource Handbook: Social Security

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Social Security

Social Security is a retirement program for Americans who have paid for coverage through payroll deductions or self-employment taxes.

Lincoln Social Security Office
SSA.gov
100 Centennial Mall North, Room 240
Lincoln, NE 68508
800-325-0778 (TTY)
800-772-1213 (National)
866-593-2880 (Lincoln)

Social Security Fraud Hotline
Office of the Inspector General
SSA.gov/oig
866-501-2101 (TTY )
800-269-0271

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a program administered by the Social Security Administration that pays monthly benefits to those with limited income and resources who are blind, disabled or 65 and older. It is intended to help with basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter. In most cases, those who qualify for SSI benefits also qualify for Medicaid. The state administers SSI benefits for Nebraska.

For those with no countable income and resources below the determined limits, the federal benefit rate for 2017 is $735/month for an individual and $1,103/month for a couple. Any countable income you have (minus a $20 disregard amount) is subtracted from this benefit rate. Nebraska adds a small supplement to the federal benefit rate depending on your living and financial circumstances. These numbers generally change yearly.

For more information on benefit amounts and resource limits or to apply for SSI, contact the Lincoln Social Security Office listed above or visit SSA.gov/Benefits/SSI/.

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