People with Fragile X Syndrome in Kansas may qualify for federal and state disability benefits, including SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and ABLE accounts. These programs help cover medical care, daily living costs, and assistive technology. Kansas also offers employment support and long-term disability plans for eligible workers.
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. SSDI is based on your work history and Social Security taxes paid. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) does not require work history and is for people with limited income and resources who are disabled, blind, or age 65 or older. Fragile X Syndrome can qualify as a disability under both programs if it meets Social Security’s medical criteria. You may receive both SSI and SSDI if you qualify for both programs, known as concurrent benefits[5].
In Kansas, eligibility for disability benefits depends on your age, income, and disability status. For Medicaid, you must meet income and asset limits and have a qualifying disability, such as Fragile X Syndrome. Kansas also offers Medicaid waivers for home and community-based services (HCBS) for eligible individuals. Public employees may qualify for the KBOR Long Term Disability Plan if they are enrolled in the KBOR Mandatory Retirement Plan and are disabled for more than 180 days[1]. Assistive technology loans and ABLE accounts are available to Kansans with disabilities, regardless of employment status[3][2].
The Kansas ABLE Savings Program lets people with disabilities save for qualified disability expenses without losing eligibility for SSI or Medicaid. You can open an account at savewithable.com/ks/home.html. There are annual and lifetime contribution limits, but savings do not count against SSI or Medicaid asset limits[3].
For SSI, the federal income limit is $943 per month for an individual in 2025. Kansas Medicaid income limits vary by program and household size. For most Medicaid programs, you must have income below 138% of the federal poverty level. ABLE accounts have annual contribution limits of $18,000 in 2025, with a lifetime limit of $550,000 in Kansas[3].
If you receive too much SSI or Medicaid, you may have to repay the overpayment. Report changes in income, resources, or living situation to Social Security or KanCare promptly to avoid overpayments. Use the Avoiding Overpayments & Reporting Changes guide for more details[internal_links].
Contact your local Social Security office or KanCare for help with applications. KANSASWORKS can help with job support and assistive technology loans.
Yes, Fragile X Syndrome can qualify for SSI or SSDI if it meets Social Security’s medical criteria. You must also meet income and work history requirements for each program[5].
Apply for Kansas Medicaid through KanCare online, by phone, or in person. You will need to provide proof of income, disability, and residency. Contact your local KanCare office for help[4].
The Kansas ABLE account lets people with disabilities save for disability expenses without losing SSI or Medicaid eligibility. You can open an account online and use it for qualified expenses[3].
Yes, SSI and SSDI have work incentives that let you try working without losing benefits. The Ticket to Work program helps people with disabilities find jobs and keep benefits[5].
The KBOR Long Term Disability Plan provides benefits to public employees in Kansas who are disabled for more than 180 days. It pays up to 60% of monthly compensation, with a minimum of $100 and a maximum of $5,000 per month[1].
K-LOAN provides low-interest loans and savings plans for assistive technology for people with disabilities. Contact K-LOAN at (866) 465-2826 or visit k-loan.net for more information[2].
This guide is for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for personalized guidance.
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Medicaid waivers in Kansas provide home and community-based services for eligible individuals with disabilities. Contact your local KanCare office or case manager to apply[4].
Yes, if you qualify for both programs, you can receive SSI and SSDI at the same time. This is called concurrent benefits. Social Security will tell you if you qualify after you apply[5].
Report changes in income, resources, or living situation to Social Security or KanCare as soon as possible to avoid overpayments. Use the Avoiding Overpayments & Reporting Changes guide for more details[internal_links].
The Ticket to Work program helps people with disabilities find jobs and keep benefits. KANSASWORKS is an approved Employment Network in Kansas. Contact them for support[2].
