Dysgraphia Benefits in Alabama: 2025 Guide

To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have worked in jobs covered by Social Security, have a disability expected to last at least 12 months or result in death, and meet the required work credits (usually 20 credits in the last 10 years) [6]. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), eligibility is based on financial need and disability, regardless of work history. Both programs require medical evidence showing your dysgraphia severely limits your ability to work or perform daily activities [6].

For children, SSI considers substantial work if monthly earnings exceed $1,620 (non-blind) or $2,700 (blind) in 2025 [5]. The state agency may request additional medical exams or school records to confirm disability [5].

In Alabama, individuals with dysgraphia may qualify for Medicaid through the Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver if they meet financial and medical criteria. The income limit is $2,901 per month, and the resource limit is $2,000 as of the first day of each month. Applicants must also meet the nursing facility level of care requirement, which means their disability puts them at risk of needing institutional care [2].

Alabama Medicaid offers home and community-based services for those who are disabled and at risk of institutionalization. These services include case management, personal care, respite care, and adult day health. To qualify, individuals must first apply for SSI or disability benefits through the Social Security Administration to determine if they meet disability requirements [2].

• Gather medical records and school documentation showing dysgraphia.
• Apply for SSI or SSDI online at ssa.gov or at your local Social Security office.
• If eligible, apply for Alabama Medicaid or Medicaid waivers.
• Contact Alabama Aging and Disability Resource Centers for help with applications and services [7].

• Step 1: Collect all medical records, school evaluations, and documentation of how dysgraphia affects your daily life or ability to work.
• Step 2: Apply for SSI or SSDI online at ssa.gov, by phone, or in person at a Social Security office. Provide all required documentation.
• Step 3: If approved for SSI, you may automatically qualify for Medicaid in Alabama. If not, apply for Medicaid or Medicaid waivers separately.
• Step 4: For Medicaid waivers, contact the Alabama Medicaid Agency or Aging and Disability Resource Centers. They can help you determine eligibility and complete the application process [2][7].
• Step 5: Keep all records and report any changes in income, resources, or health status to avoid overpayments or loss of benefits [8].

• SSI (Supplemental Security Income): Provides monthly payments to people with disabilities who have limited income and resources. Children with dysgraphia may qualify if their condition meets SSA criteria [5].
• SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance): Provides benefits to disabled workers who have a work history and paid Social Security taxes [6].
• Medicaid: Federal health insurance for low-income individuals, including those with disabilities. Eligibility often follows SSI approval [8].

• Alabama Medicaid Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver: Provides home and community-based services for disabled individuals who meet financial and medical criteria. Services include case management, personal care, respite care, and adult day health [2][3].
• Other Medicaid Waivers: Alabama offers additional waivers for specific disabilities, including intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injury. These programs help individuals avoid institutionalization and receive care in the community [2][3].
• Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs): Provide free information, counseling, and help with applications for disability benefits and services [7].

ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save money for disability-related expenses without losing eligibility for SSI, Medicaid, or other benefits. Alabama residents can open an ABLE account to help cover costs related to dysgraphia, such as assistive technology or tutoring [8].

• SSI: In 2025, the SSI income limit for non-blind individuals is $1,620 per month. For blind individuals, it is $2,700 per month [5].
• Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver: The income limit is $2,901 per month, and the resource limit is $2,000 as of the first day of each month [2].

It is important to report any changes in income, resources, or health status to the Social Security Administration and Alabama Medicaid Agency. Failure to report changes can result in overpayments and loss of benefits. For more information on reporting requirements, see the SSI & SSDI Work Incentives guide [8].

• Alabama Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs)
  Phone: 1-800-243-5463

  Website

  Free information, counseling, and help with applications for disability benefits and services.

• Can dysgraphia qualify for disability benefits in Alabama?

  Yes, dysgraphia can qualify for SSI or SSDI if it severely limits your ability to work or perform daily activities. You must provide medical and school documentation to prove your disability [6][5].

• What is the income limit for SSI in Alabama in 2025?

  In 2025, the SSI income limit for non-blind individuals is $1,620 per month. For blind individuals, it is $2,700 per month [5].

• How do I apply for Medicaid waivers in Alabama?

  Contact the Alabama Medicaid Agency or Aging and Disability Resource Centers. They can help you determine eligibility and complete the application process for Medicaid waivers [2][7].

• What services are available through Alabama Medicaid waivers?

  Alabama Medicaid waivers provide home and community-based services, including case management, personal care, respite care, and adult day health for eligible disabled individuals [2][3].

• Can I work while receiving SSI or SSDI for dysgraphia?

  Yes, you can work, but your earnings must stay below the SGA limit. In 2025, the SGA limit is $1,620 per month for non-blind individuals [5].

• What is an ABLE account and how can it help?

  An ABLE account allows individuals with disabilities to save money for disability-related expenses without losing eligibility for SSI, Medicaid, or other benefits [8].

• Do I need to report changes in my income or resources?