People with Rett Syndrome in Minnesota may qualify for federal disability benefits like SSI and SSDI, as well as state programs including Medicaid waivers, ABLE accounts, and housing support. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and key changes in 2025.
To qualify for federal disability benefits, you must meet Social Security’s definition of disability. For adults, this means a condition that prevents substantial work and is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death. Rett Syndrome is considered a qualifying disability for both SSI and SSDI. Children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for SSI if their family meets income and asset limits. Adults who became disabled before age 22 may qualify for Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits based on a parent’s work record. You must not have substantial earnings, which in 2025 means earning more than $1,620 per month (or $2,700 if blind) [4].
In Minnesota, people with Rett Syndrome may qualify for Medical Assistance (Medicaid), which covers health care, therapies, and long-term supports. Children may also qualify for Early Childhood Special Education and related services. Minnesota’s Medicaid waiver programs provide home and community-based services for people with disabilities. The state also offers ABLE accounts for those whose disability began before age 46, allowing tax-advantaged savings for disability-related expenses. Changes in 2025 include expanded eligibility for ABLE accounts and updated income guidelines for Medical Assistance, Supplemental Aid, and Housing Support based on the Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) [3].
Minnesota offers ABLE accounts for people with disabilities whose disability began before age 46. These accounts allow tax-advantaged savings for disability-related expenses. Contributions are limited to $18,000 per year (2025 limit), and the account does not affect SSI or Medicaid eligibility if the balance is under $100,000. Visit the Minnesota ABLE Plan website for more information [3].
Income limits for Minnesota benefits are updated annually based on the Social Security COLA. For 2025, the limits for Medical Assistance, Supplemental Aid, and Housing Support have been adjusted. Check MNBenefits.gov for the most current income guidelines [3].
If you receive too much in benefits, you may have to repay the overpayment. Report changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments. Contact Disability Hub MN for help with reporting changes and avoiding overpayments [5].
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People with Rett Syndrome in Minnesota may qualify for SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and Medicare. Children may qualify for SSI if their family meets income and asset limits. Adults who became disabled before age 22 may qualify for Disabled Adult Child benefits based on a parent’s work record [4].
Apply for Medicaid through MNBenefits.gov. You will need to provide proof of income, resources, and disability. The application process may take several weeks. Contact Disability Hub MN for help with the application [3].
Medicaid waiver programs provide home and community-based services for people with disabilities. These programs may have waiting lists. Contact your county social services agency for more information [2].
Yes, Minnesota offers ABLE accounts for people with disabilities whose disability began before age 46. These accounts allow tax-advantaged savings for disability-related expenses. Visit the Minnesota ABLE Plan website for more information [3].
Income limits for Minnesota benefits are updated annually based on the Social Security COLA. Check MNBenefits.gov for the most current income guidelines [3].
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Children with Rett Syndrome may qualify for Early Childhood Special Education and related services through their local school district. These services are provided at no cost to families [2].
Yes, Minnesota offers Housing Support for people with disabilities. This program helps pay for housing costs. Apply through your county social services agency [8].
In 2025, Minnesota expanded eligibility for ABLE accounts to people whose disability began before age 46. Income guidelines for Medical Assistance, Supplemental Aid, and Housing Support were updated based on the Social Security COLA. Health insurance for duty-disabled public safety workers is now limited to five years unless total and permanent [3].
Report changes in income, resources, or living situation to avoid overpayments. Contact Disability Hub MN for help with reporting changes and avoiding overpayments [5].
Minnesota offers transportation assistance through Medicaid waiver programs and county social services agencies. Contact your local agency for more information [2].
