
What Is the Difference Between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income?
Updated June 21, 2024
The Social Security Administration (SSA) runs two programs to help people with disabilities: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Each program has different requirements, although there are some similarities. It is possible to qualify for only SSDI, only SSI, or both SSDI and SSI. If you qualify for both, you will not get a double benefit but a combination benefit which amounts to...
