Dyscalculia Benefits in Alaska: How to Apply & Get Support

To qualify for federal disability benefits like SSI or SSDI, dyscalculia must be severe enough to limit your ability to work or live independently. For SSI, you must have limited income and resources. For SSDI, you need a work history and enough Social Security credits. Both programs require medical proof that your dyscalculia is disabling. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses strict rules to decide if a learning disability counts as a disability. You must show that your dyscalculia causes major problems with daily living, learning, or working, and that it has lasted or will last at least 12 months [6].

• SSI is for people with low income and resources, including children and adults.
• SSDI is for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes before becoming disabled.
• Both programs require medical documentation from doctors or specialists.
• You must meet SSA’s definition of disability, which includes inability to do substantial work due to your condition [6].

In Alaska, people with dyscalculia may qualify for state programs if they meet federal disability rules and Alaska’s requirements. Alaska’s Adult Public Assistance (APA) program helps aged, blind, or disabled adults with cash aid. To qualify, you must be at least 18, a resident, and have resources under $2,000 (individual) or $3,000 (couple). Your income must also be below APA limits. Children with dyscalculia may qualify for Alaska Medicaid TEFRA if their condition meets the SSI definition of disability and they have significant medical or developmental needs. Only the child’s income and resources are counted, not the parents’ [2][3].

• Alaska ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save for qualified expenses without losing federal benefits.
• You must have a disability that started before age 26 and meet SSA’s definition of disability.
• ABLE accounts are open to residents of any state, but Alaska’s plan is managed by the state [1].

• Check if your dyscalculia meets SSA’s disability definition.
• Gather medical records and proof of income/resources.
• Apply for SSI/SSDI online, by phone, or at a local SSA office.
• If eligible, apply for Alaska Medicaid, ABLE, or APA.
• Report changes to avoid overpayments.

• Step 1: Review SSA’s disability rules for learning disabilities. Make sure your dyscalculia is severe and long-term [6].
• Step 2: Collect medical records, school reports, and any evaluations that show how dyscalculia affects your life.
• Step 3: Apply for SSI or SSDI. You can apply online at SSA.gov, call 1-800-772-1213, or visit a local office. Include all required documents.
• Step 4: If approved for SSI/SSDI, check if you qualify for Alaska Medicaid, ABLE, or APA. Apply through the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services or the ABLE website.
• Step 5: For children, apply for Medicaid TEFRA through Comagine Health if your child meets the medical criteria.
• Step 6: Report any changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments and keep your benefits [2][3][1].

• SSI (Supplemental Security Income): Monthly cash payments for people with disabilities and low income. Must meet SSA’s disability definition and income/resource limits.
• SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance): Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes before becoming disabled. Must meet SSA’s disability definition.
• Medicaid: Health coverage for people with disabilities and low income. Eligibility depends on income, resources, and disability status.
• Medicare: Health coverage for people with disabilities who get SSDI for 24 months.
• ABLE Accounts: Tax-advantaged savings accounts for people with disabilities. Can save up to $14,000 per year without losing benefits [6][1].

• Alaska Medicaid TEFRA: Health coverage for children under 19 with disabilities and significant needs. Only the child’s income and resources are counted. Apply through Comagine Health [3].
• Adult Public Assistance (APA): Cash aid for aged, blind, or disabled adults. Must be at least 18, a resident, and have resources under $2,000 (individual) or $3,000 (couple). Income must be below APA limits [2].
• Alaska ABLE Plan: Tax-advantaged savings account for people with disabilities. Can save for qualified expenses without losing federal benefits. Open to residents of any state, but Alaska’s plan is managed by the state [1].
• Medicaid Waivers (HCBS): Services for people with disabilities to live in the community. Apply through the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services [5].

Alaska’s ABLE Plan lets people with disabilities save for qualified expenses like education, transportation, and assistive technology. You can save up to $14,000 per year without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. To open an account, you must have a disability that started before age 26 and meet SSA’s definition of disability. The account is easy to set up online and can be used by residents of any state [1].

• SSI: Income and resources must be below federal limits. In Alaska, APA has a $2,000 limit for individuals and $3,000 for couples [2].
• SSDI: No strict income limit, but you must not be able to do substantial work.
• Medicaid: Income and resources must be below state limits. For children, only the child’s income and resources are counted for Medicaid TEFRA [3].

You must report changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments. If you get too much money, you may have to pay it back. Report changes to SSA and Alaska agencies as soon as possible. Keep records of all reports and changes [2].

• Alaska Division of Public Assistance
  Phone: 1-800-770-8975

  Website

  For Medicaid, APA, and other state benefits.
• Social Security Administration
  Phone: 1-800-772-1213

  TTY: 1-800-325-0778

  Website

  For SSI, SSDI, and ABLE account questions.
• Comagine Health
  Phone: 1-800-478-2227

  Website

  For Medicaid TEFRA and children’s disability benefits.

• Can dyscalculia qualify for SSI or SSDI in Alaska?

  Yes, if dyscalculia is severe enough to limit your ability to work or live independently. You must meet SSA’s disability definition and provide medical proof. Both SSI and SSDI are available in Alaska for eligible people with dyscalculia [6].

• What is Alaska Medicaid TEFRA and who qualifies?

  Alaska Medicaid TEFRA is health coverage for children under 19 with disabilities and significant needs. Only the child’s income and resources are counted. The child must meet the SSI definition of disability. Apply through Comagine Health [3].

• How do I apply for Alaska ABLE accounts?

  You can apply online for Alaska’s ABLE Plan if you have a disability that started before age 26 and meet SSA’s definition of disability. The account lets you save for qualified expenses without losing federal benefits [1].

• What is Adult Public Assistance (APA) in Alaska?

  APA is cash aid for aged, blind, or disabled adults in Alaska. You must be at least 18, a resident, and have resources under $2,000 (individual) or $3,000 (couple). Income must be below APA limits [2].

• Do I need to report changes to my benefits?

  Yes, you must report changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments. If you get too much money, you may have to pay it back. Report changes to SSA and Alaska agencies as soon as possible [2].

• Can children with dyscalculia get Medicaid in Alaska?

  Yes, if the child meets the SSI definition of disability and has significant medical or developmental needs. Apply for Medicaid TEFRA through Comagine Health. Only the child’s income and resources are counted [3].