These benefits are for people who are blind, elderly and people with disabilities who have limited income and resources. To receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you need to prove that you have a disability and that you have limited income. To receive Supplemental Security Income, the things you own cannot be worth more than $2,000. If Supplemental Security Income is right for you, you will receive money each month.

These benefits are for people who cannot work because of a disability. To receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you need to prove you have a disability and that you have a history of working or that you cannot work anymore because of your disability. Social Security Disability Insurance does not have a resource limit, but does have a set maximum amount of money that you can make per month. You may be able to receive Social Security Disability Insurance if you or a family member have worked long enough and paid taxes.

Medicaid: This program allows you to see a doctor and get the medicine you need if you have limited income.

Florida residents, who receive Supplemental Security Income, are able to receive Medicaid coverage from the Social Security Administration.

If you do not receive Supplemental Security Income, the Florida Department of Children and Families can help you decide if Medicaid is right for you. Click here to learn more about Medicaid in Florida and the Department of Children and Families. You can also call 1-850-300-4323 or TTY 1-800-955-8771 to speak with someone.

Medicare: This program usually helps people who are 65 years old and older, but you can also receive Medicare if you are younger than 65 years old and have a disability. Click here to learn more about Medicare.