People in Illinois with Sensory Processing Disorder may qualify for federal and state disability benefits, including SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and special programs like Health Benefits for Workers with Disabilities (HBWD). Eligibility depends on medical criteria, income, and work status.
To qualify for federal disability benefits like SSI or SSDI, your Sensory Processing Disorder must cause severe functional limitations that prevent you from working. The Social Security Administration (SSA) looks at medical evidence, how your condition affects daily life, and your ability to do substantial work. For SSI, you must have limited income and resources. For SSDI, you need a work history and enough work credits. Children with Sensory Processing Disorder may also qualify if their condition is severe and meets SSA rules[3][5].
In 2025, the SSI income limit for a child is $1,620 per month if not blind, and $2,700 if blind. Adults must not earn more than the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit, which is expected to rise slightly in 2025 due to inflation[2][3].
In Illinois, adults with Sensory Processing Disorder who work may qualify for the Health Benefits for Workers with Disabilities (HBWD) program. HBWD provides Medicaid coverage for people aged 16–64 with disabilities who are working. The monthly income limit is $4,393 for a single person and $5,962 for a couple. HBWD allows up to $25,000 in assets, which is higher than most Medicaid programs[1].
Illinois also offers Medicaid waivers for people with disabilities who need long-term care. These waivers can help with home and community-based services. Eligibility depends on medical need, income, and assets. The state may have waiting lists for some waivers[1].
IL ABLE Accounts let people with disabilities save for qualified expenses without losing SSI, Medicaid, or other benefits. You can save up to $18,000 per year. Funds can be used for education, housing, transportation, and other disability-related costs[8].
You must report changes in income, work, or health to Social Security and DHS. Failing to report changes can lead to overpayments and loss of benefits. Use the SSI & SSDI Work Incentives guide to learn how work affects your benefits[4].
Contact the Illinois Department of Human Services at 1-800-843-6154 or Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 for expert help with your application.
Yes, if your Sensory Processing Disorder causes severe functional limitations and meets SSA medical criteria. You must also meet income and resource limits for SSI, or have enough work credits for SSDI[3][5].
The maximum SSI benefit in Illinois is $967 per month for an individual in 2025. This amount is set by federal rules and applies nationwide[6].
Yes, Illinois has work incentives like HBWD and SSI/SSDI work rules. These programs let you work and keep benefits as long as you stay below income limits and report changes[1][4].
If you work, apply for HBWD through the Illinois Department of Human Services. If you don't work, apply for Medicaid through DHS or your local Family Community Resource Center[1][4].
An ABLE account lets you save for disability-related expenses without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. You can save up to $18,000 per year in Illinois[8].
Yes, Illinois offers Medicaid waivers for people with disabilities who need long-term care. These waivers can help with home and community-based services. Eligibility depends on medical need, income, and assets[1].
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Working can affect your benefits, but Illinois has work incentives to help you keep coverage. You must report changes in income and work to avoid overpayments[4].
You need medical records, proof of income, work history, and identification. For SSI, you may also need proof of resources and household income[5].
Yes, if their condition causes marked and severe functional limitations and meets SSA rules. The child's income and household income are considered[3].
You can call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213, DHS at 1-800-843-6154, or contact a Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Program for expert help[4].
