Open a Purple account in minutes. Banking built for people with disabilities.
Colorado • Rare/Genetic
People with Fragile X Syndrome in Colorado may qualify for federal disability benefits like SSI and SSDI, state cash assistance, Medicaid, and ABLE accounts. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and key programs.
To qualify for federal disability benefits in Colorado, you must have a medical condition that prevents you from working for at least 12 months or is expected to result in death. For Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have worked and paid Social Security taxes. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you must have limited income and resources. Fragile X Syndrome can qualify if it meets these criteria and is documented by a medical professional. Both programs require U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status and Colorado residency [1].
Countable resources for SSI are limited to $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples. Your primary home and one vehicle usually do not count [4].
In Colorado, adults with Fragile X Syndrome may qualify for additional state programs. The Aid to the Needy Disabled-State Only (AND-SO) program provides interim cash assistance to low-income residents aged 18-59 with a qualifying disability, while they pursue SSI benefits. AND-SO requires a medical professional to confirm the disability and that social factors prevent work. Applicants must exhaust other public benefits and actively pursue SSI [3].
Colorado also offers the Health First Colorado Buy-In Program for Working Adults with Disabilities. Adults 16+ who are employed, have a qualifying disability, and earn below 450% of the Federal Poverty Level may buy into Medicaid. You do not need to apply for SSA disability to qualify for this program [2].
Federal programs for Fragile X Syndrome in Colorado include:
Colorado offers several state-specific programs for people with Fragile X Syndrome:
Colorado ABLE accounts are available to people with Fragile X Syndrome if the disability started before age 26. You must have a qualifying disability, either through SSI/SSDI or self-certification with a physician's diagnosis. ABLE accounts allow tax-free savings for disability-related expenses [6].
For SSI in Colorado, individuals can have up to $2,000 in countable resources, couples up to $3,000. Your primary home and one vehicle do not count. For SSDI, there are no asset limits, but you must meet the work credit requirement [4]. For the Health First Colorado Buy-In Program, income must be below 450% of the Federal Poverty Level after disregards [2].
Always report changes in income, address, or medical status to avoid overpayments. If you receive too much money, you may have to pay it back. Report changes to Social Security and your county human services office promptly [4].
Contact your county human services office or call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 for help with applications.
Yes, Fragile X Syndrome can qualify for SSI if it prevents work and meets SSA medical criteria. You must also have limited income and resources. A medical professional must confirm the disability [4].
AND-SO is a state cash assistance program for low-income adults 18-59 with a qualifying disability. It provides interim help while you pursue SSI. You must be actively pursuing SSI and have limited resources [3].
Apply for Medicaid through Colorado.gov/PEAK or your county human services office. If you work and earn too much, apply for the Health First Colorado Buy-In Program. You may need to complete a disability application if you don't have SSI/SSDI [2].
Yes, Colorado has programs like the Medicaid Buy-In for Working Adults with Disabilities. You can work and still get Medicaid if your income is below 450% of the Federal Poverty Level. SSI and SSDI also have work incentives [2].
An ABLE account is a tax-advantaged savings account for people with disabilities. In Colorado, you qualify if you have a qualifying disability (SSI/SSDI or self-certification) and it started before age 26. You need a physician's diagnosis [6].
No, you do not need to apply for SSDI to get Medicaid in Colorado. If you have SSI, you automatically qualify for Medicaid. If you don't have SSI, you can apply for Medicaid or the Buy-In Program [5].
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Always verify eligibility and requirements with official agencies.
The AND-SO program provides a monthly grant of $248. This is interim assistance while you pursue SSI. The amount may be reduced if you have other income [3].
For SSI, your primary home and one vehicle do not count toward the $2,000/$3,000 resource limit. Other assets like bank accounts, stocks, and property do count [4].
Yes, children with Fragile X Syndrome may qualify for SSI if they meet SSA medical criteria and their family has limited income. They may also qualify for Medicaid and other state programs [4].
Report changes in income, address, or medical status to Social Security and your county human services office. This helps avoid overpayments and ensures you get the right amount [4].
