Williams Syndrome Benefits in New Mexico

• To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have a qualifying medical condition and enough work credits. SSDI is not based on income.
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is for those with limited income and resources, regardless of work history.
• Your condition must last at least one year or result in death.
• You must be unable to do substantial gainful activity (SGA). In 2025, SGA is $1,470/month for non-blind individuals and $2,460/month for blind individuals.
• Williams Syndrome may qualify under the SSA's listing for rare genetic disorders or based on functional limitations.

Source: SSA.gov, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• New Mexico offers Medicaid waivers for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Williams Syndrome.
• The Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver provides services to help people live in the community instead of institutions.
• Children with Williams Syndrome may qualify for Children’s Medical Services.
• If you lose federal SNAP benefits, New Mexico may provide state-funded food assistance.
• Medicaid eligibility may continue for up to two months after losing SSI, giving time to apply for other coverage.

Source: NM Health Care Authority, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• Gather medical records and proof of income.
• Contact the Social Security Administration to apply for SSI or SSDI.
• Apply for Medicaid and food benefits through the NM Human Services Department.
• For Medicaid waivers, contact the Health Care Authority.
• Consider opening an ABLE account for savings.

Source: SSA.gov, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• Step 1: Get a diagnosis and medical records for Williams Syndrome.
• Step 2: Apply for Social Security benefits online, by phone, or at a local office. You may need to prove your condition meets SSA criteria.
• Step 3: Apply for Medicaid and SNAP through the NM Human Services Department. You can do this online or in person.
• Step 4: If you have a developmental disability, apply for the DD Waiver through the Health Care Authority.
• Step 5: For children, apply for Children’s Medical Services through the NM Department of Health.
• Step 6: Consider opening an ABLE account to save for disability-related expenses.
• Step 7: Report any changes in income or health to avoid overpayments.

Source: NM Health Care Authority, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• SSI (Supplemental Security Income): Monthly cash payments for people with limited income and resources.
• SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance): Monthly payments for those who have worked and paid into Social Security.
• Medicaid: Health coverage for low-income individuals with disabilities.
• SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program): Food benefits for low-income families.
• Medicare: Health coverage for those who receive SSDI for 24 months.

Source: SSA.gov, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver: Provides services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live in the community.
• Children’s Medical Services: Health services for children with chronic illness or disability.
• State SNAP Supplement: Extra food benefits for elderly or disabled households.
• Medicaid: Health coverage for low-income individuals with disabilities.
• State-funded food benefits: Temporary assistance if federal SNAP is lost.

Source: NM Health Care Authority, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits.
• You can use ABLE funds for disability-related expenses like education, housing, and transportation.
• New Mexico offers ABLE accounts through the state program.

Source: NM ABLE, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• SSI has strict income and resource limits. In 2025, the federal SSI payment is $943/month for an individual.
• SSDI is not based on income, but on work credits.
• Medicaid and SNAP have income limits based on household size and state rules.

Source: SSA.gov, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• Report any changes in income, resources, or health to the Social Security Administration and NM Human Services Department.
• Failure to report changes can result in overpayments and penalties.
• If you receive an overpayment, contact the agency to set up a repayment plan.

Source: SSA.gov, 2025 [Date accessed: 2025-11-06]

• New Mexico Human Services Department
  Phone: 1-800-283-4465

  Website

  Apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and other benefits.
• New Mexico Health Care Authority
  Phone: 1-800-283-4465

  Website

  Medicaid and waiver programs.

• Can Williams Syndrome qualify for SSI or SSDI?

  Yes, Williams Syndrome can qualify for SSI or SSDI if it meets the Social Security Administration's criteria for a disabling condition. You must provide medical evidence and meet income or work credit requirements.

• What is the DD Waiver in New Mexico?

  The Developmental Disabilities Waiver helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live in the community instead of institutions. It provides services like personal care, therapy, and support.

• How do I apply for Medicaid in New Mexico?

  You can apply for Medicaid through the NM Human Services Department online, by phone, or in person. You will need to provide proof of income, residency, and disability.

• What is an ABLE account?

  An ABLE account is a savings account for people with disabilities. You can save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits, and use the funds for disability-related expenses.

• What happens if I lose federal SNAP benefits?

  If federal SNAP benefits are lost, New Mexico may provide state-funded food assistance to eligible households, including those with disabilities.

• Can children with Williams Syndrome get special services?

  Yes, children with Williams Syndrome may qualify for Children’s Medical Services, which provides health services for children with chronic illness or disability.