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This policy brief discusses the Plan for Achieving Self-Support (PASS), a program that allows individuals with disabilities to exclude income and resources from SSI eligibility determinations when

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How to fill out PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT

1. Obtain a PASS application form from your local Social Security office or online.
2. Read the instructions carefully to understand the requirements.
3. Fill out your personal information including name, address, and Social Security number.
4. Describe your overall goals and what you plan to achieve with the PASS.
5. Clearly outline the specific expenses you expect to incur, such as training or equipment needed.
6. Provide a timeline for how long you expect your plan to take.
7. Include any additional information or documentation that may support your plan.
8. Review your application for completeness and accuracy before submission.
9. Submit the completed PASS application to your local Social Security office.

Who needs PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT?

1. Individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) who want to work and improve their financial self-sufficiency.
2. People with disabilities who require assistance to achieve their employment or self-support goals.
3. Those looking to establish a plan for vocational rehabilitation, education, or business endeavors.

People Also Ask about

What is the SSA plan to achieve self support?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a social insurance program funded by payroll taxes meant to help you if you become disabled.

Is Social Security self-supporting?

A Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS) is an SSI work incentive that can help people with disabilities who receive Social Security disability benefits transition to financial independence.

What is the biggest problem with Social Security?

A PASS is a written plan that allows you to set aside income, other than your Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other things you own for a specified time to help you reach your work goal. The money you set aside must be used to pay for expenses associated with reaching your goal.

What does pass stand for in disability?

The Plan for Achieving Self-Support, or PASS for short, is for people receiving SSI disability or Social Security disability benefits. It's a plan for your future.

Is pass a Social Security work incentive?

Types of Social Security Benefits. There are four basic types of benefits based on the person receiving them. The types are retirement, disability, survivors and supplemental benefits.

Do taxpayers pay for Social Security disability?

Employers collect FICA, or Federal Insurance Contributions Act withholdings, and report earnings electronically. This is how we track your earnings and is how you earn Social Security retirement, disability, and survivors coverage for you and your family.

How is Social Security supported?

Even in the unlikely event that Congress doesn't make further adjustments, and the trust fund portion becomes depleted, Social Security benefits won't vanish overnight. Benefits would be reduced but not eliminated entirely.

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What is PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT?

PASS is a program that allows individuals receiving SSI benefits to set aside income and resources to achieve a specific work goal, thereby promoting self-sufficiency.

Who is required to file PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT?

Individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and want to set aside funds for work-related expenses to become self-supporting are required to file a PASS.

How to fill out PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT?

To fill out a PASS, applicants need to complete the appropriate forms detailing their work goals, expenses, and how they plan to use the set-aside funds. This may involve working with a counselor or a representative.

What is the purpose of PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT?

The purpose of PASS is to help individuals with disabilities attain financial independence and self-sufficiency by allowing them to allocate resources towards training, education, or other expenses related to their employment goals.

What information must be reported on PASS: SSI’S PLAN FOR ACHIEVING SELF-SUPPORT?

The information reported on PASS includes the individual's specific work goals, a detailed budget of projected expenses, the resources and income they intend to set aside, and a timeline for achieving their goals.