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Georgia • Neurodegenerative
People with Huntington’s Disease in Georgia can access federal and state disability benefits, including SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and ABLE accounts. Georgia’s new Medicaid waiver and work requirement accommodations may help more Georgians with disabilities get coverage. State programs also offer support for employment and financial planning.
To qualify for federal disability benefits, you must have a medical condition that meets Social Security’s definition of disability. For Huntington’s Disease, this means the condition must be severe enough to prevent you from doing substantial work for at least 12 months. SSI is for people with limited income and resources, while SSDI is for those who have worked and paid Social Security taxes. Both programs require medical evidence of your disability. Children with Huntington’s Disease may also qualify if they meet the criteria for childhood disability. ^1
In Georgia, people with Huntington’s Disease may qualify for Medicaid through the state’s new Medicaid waiver, which expands income limits for people with disabilities. This means more Georgians who do not receive SSI may still qualify for Medicaid based on income. Georgia’s waiver also includes reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities, such as assistance with documentation and eligibility, and reductions in required hours for work requirements. People who cannot meet work requirements may be referred to state vocational rehabilitation programs. ^2
Start here: Social Security, Georgia Gateway, Georgia STABLE
Each step is important to ensure you receive all the benefits you are entitled to.
These programs are administered by the Social Security Administration and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
These programs are administered by the Georgia Department of Human Services, Georgia Department of Administrative Services, and Georgia Department of Labor.
Georgia STABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save and invest for disability-related expenses without losing needs-based benefits. You can save up to $19,000 per year, and if employed, up to $15,060 more. The account’s growth is tax-free, and contributions may qualify for a state income tax deduction. Any Georgia resident who developed a qualifying disability before age 26 is eligible. ^3
For SSI in 2025, the monthly income limit is $1,620 for non-blind beneficiaries and $2,700 for blind beneficiaries. For children, the same limits apply, but family income and resources are also considered. Medicaid income limits vary by program and household size, but Georgia’s new Medicaid waiver expands these limits for people with disabilities. ^4
It is important to report any changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments. Overpayments can result in repayment demands and loss of benefits. Report changes to Social Security and Georgia Gateway as soon as possible. ^5
Contact your local Department of Family and Children Services or a disability advocacy organization for help with applications and paperwork.
Open a Georgia STABLE account to save for disability-related expenses without losing needs-based benefits.
Huntington’s Disease is a genetic disorder that causes progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. It affects movement, cognition, and behavior, and is considered a disability by Social Security.
To qualify for SSI, you must have limited income and resources and meet Social Security’s disability criteria. Huntington’s Disease is considered a disability if it prevents you from working for at least 12 months.
To qualify for SSDI, you must have a qualifying work history and meet Social Security’s disability criteria. Huntington’s Disease is considered a disability if it prevents you from working for at least 12 months.
A Georgia STABLE account is a tax-free savings account for people with disabilities. It allows saving for disability-related expenses without losing needs-based benefits.
You can apply for Medicaid in Georgia through Georgia Gateway online or with help from a local Department of Family and Children Services office. You will need to provide proof of income and disability.
The Georgia Medicaid waiver expands Medicaid eligibility for people with disabilities based on income, not just SSI status. It includes reasonable accommodations for work requirements.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for personalized guidance.
Vocational rehabilitation in Georgia is a state program that helps people with disabilities find and keep employment. It offers training, counseling, and job placement services.
Yes, you can work while receiving SSI or SSDI, but there are limits on how much you can earn. Social Security has work incentives to help you keep benefits while you work.
For 2025, the monthly income limit for SSI is $1,620 for non-blind beneficiaries and $2,700 for blind beneficiaries. Family income and resources are also considered for children.
Report changes in income, resources, or living situation to Social Security and Georgia Gateway as soon as possible to avoid overpayments and loss of benefits.
