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Alabama • Rare/Genetic
People with Rett Syndrome in Alabama can access federal and state benefits like SSI, SSDI, Medicaid waivers, and home care services. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and where to get help.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you generally need 40 work credits, with 20 earned in the last 10 years before your disability began. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), eligibility is based on financial need and disability status. Rett Syndrome is recognized as a disabling condition by the Social Security Administration, especially for children. In 2025, the SGA (Substantial Gainful Activity) limit is $1,620 per month for non-blind individuals and $2,700 for blind individuals. Exceeding these limits can affect your benefits [1].
In Alabama, individuals with Rett Syndrome may qualify for Medicaid through the Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver Program if they meet both medical and financial criteria. The monthly income limit for this waiver is $2,901, and the resource limit is $2,000. Applicants must also meet the nursing facility level of care requirement. Children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for SSI if they meet the SSA’s disability criteria and financial limits. Alabama also offers home and community-based services for those at risk of institutional care [2][3][5].
ABLE accounts allow individuals with disabilities to save money without losing eligibility for SSI and Medicaid. Alabama residents with Rett Syndrome can open an ABLE account to save for qualified disability expenses. Contributions do not count as income for SSI, and up to $100,000 in an ABLE account does not affect SSI eligibility. Learn more about ABLE accounts and how to open one in Alabama [8].
It is important to report any changes in income, work status, or living situation to Social Security and Medicaid. Failure to report changes can result in overpayments and penalties. Learn how to avoid overpayments and what to report to keep your benefits safe [8].
Some children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for immediate SSI payments for up to 6 months while their application is being processed. This can help cover urgent needs while waiting for a decision [5].
Alabama’s Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) offer free information, counseling, and help with benefit applications. Contact them for personalized support [7].
Yes, Rett Syndrome is recognized as a disabling condition by the Social Security Administration. Children and adults with Rett Syndrome may qualify for SSI if they meet the SSA’s disability criteria and financial limits. Alabama follows federal guidelines for SSI eligibility.
Alabama offers the Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver Program, which provides home and community-based services for eligible disabled individuals. Children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for Medicaid if they meet SSI criteria. The Alabama Medicaid Agency also offers institutional care and other waiver programs.
You can apply for SSI or SSDI online at ssa.gov, by phone, or in person at a local Social Security office. Children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for SSI if they meet the SSA’s criteria. For Medicaid waivers, contact the Alabama Department of Mental Health Call Center at 1-800-361-4491.
The monthly income limit for the Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver Program in Alabama is $2,901, and the resource limit is $2,000 as of the first day of each month. Children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for Medicaid if they meet SSI criteria.
Yes, adults with Rett Syndrome may qualify for SSDI if they have a work history and meet the SSA’s disability criteria. SSDI is based on work credits, not financial need. Adults who do not qualify for SSDI may still be eligible for SSI.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check with official agencies for the most current rules and eligibility requirements.
Alabama’s E&D Waiver Program offers services like case management, personal care, respite care, adult day health, home delivered meals, medical supplies, skilled nursing, pest control, training, family empowerment, counseling, community transportation, and community integration skills training for eligible disabled individuals.
The state agency may take 6 to 8 months to decide if your child’s condition meets the criteria for disability. For some medical conditions, immediate SSI payments may be made for up to 6 months while the decision is pending.
Yes, but there are limits. The SGA limit in 2025 is $1,620 per month for non-blind individuals and $2,700 for blind individuals. Exceeding these limits can affect your benefits. Work incentives are available to help you keep your benefits while working.
An ABLE account allows individuals with disabilities to save money without losing eligibility for SSI and Medicaid. Alabama residents with Rett Syndrome can open an ABLE account to save for qualified disability expenses. Contributions do not count as income for SSI, and up to $100,000 in an ABLE account does not affect SSI eligibility.
You can get help from the Alabama Department of Mental Health Call Center at 1-800-361-4491, local Social Security offices, and Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs). Disability advocates and attorneys can also assist with the application process.
