Aphasia Benefits in Nevada: 2025 Guide

To get federal disability benefits in Nevada, your aphasia must be expected to last at least 12 months and prevent you from working. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a five-step process to decide if you are disabled. Most people with aphasia qualify if their condition stops them from doing substantial work.

There are two main federal programs:

• SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance): For people who worked and paid Social Security taxes. You need enough work credits, usually 40, with 20 in the last 10 years.
• SSI (Supplemental Security Income): For people with limited income and assets, including children and those who never worked enough for SSDI.

Both programs require that your disability is severe and expected to last at least 12 months or result in death [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

Nevada residents with aphasia may get extra help from the state. Nevada pays a state supplement to SSI recipients who are elderly or blind. If you have a disability (like aphasia) and live in an institution where medical help pays for more than half your care, or if you are part of a couple with an aged or blind partner, you may also get a state supplement. The monthly payment includes both federal SSI and the Nevada supplement.

If you get SSI, you usually qualify for Medicaid in Nevada. You must apply for Medicaid at your local county health and human services office. Nevada also offers other services like home-delivered meals, transportation, and rehabilitation through county offices [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• Check if your aphasia prevents work for 12+ months.
• Gather medical records and work history.
• Apply online at SSA.gov, by phone, or at a local Social Security office.
• If you get SSI, apply for Medicaid at your county office.
• Report any changes to avoid overpayments.

• Step 1: Confirm your aphasia is expected to last at least 12 months and stops you from working.
• Step 2: Collect medical records, doctor’s notes, and work history.
• Step 3: Apply for SSDI or SSI online at SSA.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or in person at a Social Security office.
• Step 4: If approved for SSI, apply for Medicaid at your local county health and human services office.
• Step 5: Report any changes in income, living situation, or health to avoid overpayments.
• Step 6: If you are a veteran, apply for VA benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Step 7: Check for private disability insurance if you had a plan before stopping work.
• Step 8: Use county offices for extra help like transportation, home care, or food assistance [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• SSDI: Monthly payments for those who worked and paid Social Security taxes. Amounts vary based on work history.
• SSI: Monthly payments for those with limited income and assets. Amounts are set by federal rules.
• Medicaid: Health coverage for SSI recipients. Apply at county offices.
• SNAP: Food assistance for SSI recipients. Apply at county offices or Social Security office if everyone in household gets SSI.
• Veterans Benefits: For veterans with service-related disabilities. Apply through VA.
• Private Disability Insurance: If you had a plan before stopping work, check with your insurer [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• Nevada State Supplement: Extra money for SSI recipients who are elderly, blind, or meet specific criteria (like living in an institution or being part of a couple with an aged/blind partner).
• Medicaid: Health coverage for SSI recipients. Apply at county offices.
• County Services: Home-delivered meals, transportation, rehabilitation, and other supports through local health and human services offices.
• Adult Placement: Help finding care or living arrangements.
• Child Behavior and Development Resources: For children with aphasia.
• Employment Resources: Help finding work if possible.
• Family Counseling and Planning: Support for families.
• Protective Services: For adults and children in need.
• Information and Referrals: Help finding other resources [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save money without losing benefits. Nevada offers ABLE accounts. You can use the funds for housing, education, transportation, and other needs. Learn more about ABLE accounts and how to open one in Nevada [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

For SSI, your income and assets must be limited. The federal SSI limit is $2,000 for individuals and $3,000 for couples. Nevada does not add extra income limits for SSI recipients with disabilities, except for those who get a state supplement. Check with your county office for exact rules [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

You must report changes in income, living situation, or health to avoid overpayments. If you get too much money, you may have to pay it back. Report changes online, by phone, or in person at Social Security or county offices. Learn more about avoiding overpayments and reporting changes [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• Social Security Administration
  Phone: 1-800-772-1213

  TTY: 1-800-325-0778

  Hours: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

  Website

  Apply for SSDI/SSI and get help with federal benefits.
• Nevada Department of Health and Human Services
  Phone: 1-866-968-7842

  Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  Website

  Apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and county services.

• Can aphasia qualify for disability benefits in Nevada?

  Yes, aphasia can qualify for SSDI or SSI if it prevents you from working for at least 12 months. You must provide medical proof and meet federal and state rules [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• How much money can I get from disability in Nevada?

  SSDI amounts depend on your work history. SSI is about $943/month for individuals in 2025, plus any Nevada state supplement if you qualify. Amounts may change yearly [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• Do I get Medicaid with disability in Nevada?

  If you get SSI, you usually qualify for Medicaid in Nevada. Apply at your local county health and human services office for coverage [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• Can I work while getting disability in Nevada?

  You can work, but your earnings must be below the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit. In 2025, SGA is about $1,470/month for most people. Exceeding this may affect your benefits [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• What extra help is available in Nevada for people with aphasia?

  Nevada offers a state supplement for some SSI recipients, Medicaid, home-delivered meals, transportation, rehabilitation, and other county services. Check with your local office for details [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].

• How do I apply for disability benefits in Nevada?

  Apply online at SSA.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213, or in person at a Social Security office. For Medicaid, apply at your county health and human services office [ssa.gov, 2025-11-06].