It appears I need to apply for SSDI because my employment is inconsistent, and I will struggle to manage without an additional income source or SSDI. Can one receive both SSDI and SSI?
If your SSDI benefit is below the monthly maximum, you're eligible for concurrent SSDI and SSI benefits. However, your household income and assets must be minimal to be eligible for SSI too.
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