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Missouri • Neurodegenerative
People with Huntington’s Disease in Missouri may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicaid waivers, and other state supports. Eligibility depends on work history, income, and disability severity. In 2025, benefit amounts and work limits will increase slightly.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have worked in jobs covered by Social Security and have a disability that prevents you from working for at least 12 months. Huntington’s Disease is listed as a qualifying condition. You must also meet the 20/40 work credit rule, which means you have worked 20 of the last 40 quarters before becoming disabled. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), eligibility is based on limited income and resources, and you must be disabled, blind, or age 65 or older. Huntington’s Disease meets the disability criteria for both programs.
SSA Disability Qualifications (accessed 2025-11-06)
If you are under age 22 and have a disability, you may qualify for benefits as a disabled adult child on a parent’s record if the disability began before age 22 and you are unmarried.
In Missouri, people with Huntington’s Disease may also qualify for Medicaid waivers, which provide home and community-based services (HCBS) for those who would otherwise need nursing home care. Missouri’s Medicaid waivers include the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for the Aged and Disabled. Eligibility for these waivers depends on income, assets, and functional need. The income limit for MO HealthNet for the Aged and Disabled is $13,303 per year for a single person in 2025. For MO HealthNet for the Blind, the limit is $15,650 per year for a single person.
MO HealthNet Income Limits 2025 (accessed 2025-11-06)
Missouri also offers the MO ABLE Program, which allows individuals with disabilities to save money without losing federal benefits. Huntington’s Disease qualifies for ABLE accounts if the disability began before age 26.
SSA Apply for Benefits (accessed 2025-11-06) MO HealthNet Application (accessed 2025-11-06)
SSA Disability Programs (accessed 2025-11-06)
MO HealthNet (accessed 2025-11-06) MO ABLE Program (accessed 2025-11-06)
The MO ABLE Program lets people with disabilities save money without losing federal benefits like SSI or Medicaid. You can save up to $18,000 per year in 2025. Huntington’s Disease qualifies if the disability began before age 26. Funds can be used for housing, education, transportation, and other disability-related expenses.
MO ABLE Program (accessed 2025-11-06)
SSA SGA Limits (accessed 2025-11-06) MO HealthNet Income Limits (accessed 2025-11-06)
You must report changes in income, work, or living situation to Social Security and MO HealthNet. Failure to report can result in overpayments and penalties. If you receive an overpayment, you may be able to request a waiver or set up a repayment plan. Always keep records of your reports and payments.
SSA Reporting Changes (accessed 2025-11-06) MO HealthNet Reporting Changes (accessed 2025-11-06)
The Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit for non-blind individuals in 2025 is $1,620 per month. If you earn more than this, your SSDI benefits may be affected. For blind individuals, the limit is $2,700 per month.
The maximum SSDI payment in Missouri in 2025 is about $3,917 per month. Most people receive less, based on their work history and earnings.
Yes, if your income and assets are below Missouri’s limits. The income limit for MO HealthNet for the Aged and Disabled is $13,303 per year for a single person in 2025.
The MO ABLE Program lets people with disabilities save money without losing federal benefits. Huntington’s Disease qualifies if the disability began before age 26. You can save up to $18,000 per year.
You can apply online at SSA.gov, by phone, or in person at a local Social Security office. You will need medical records and work history.
The Ticket to Work program helps people with disabilities find jobs and keep their benefits. It offers job training, counseling, and support services.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check with official agencies for the most current rules and eligibility.
Yes, but there are limits. If you earn more than the SGA limit, your SSDI benefits may be affected. SSI has strict income limits.
A Medicaid waiver provides home and community-based services for people with disabilities who would otherwise need nursing home care. Eligibility depends on income, assets, and functional need.
You can report changes online at SSA.gov, by phone, or in person. Always keep records of your reports.
SSDI is based on work history and earnings. SSI is based on limited income and resources. Both programs provide monthly payments for people with disabilities.
