Dyslexia Benefits in Ohio: 2025 Guide

• To get SSI or SSDI, your dyslexia must be severe enough to stop you from working or doing daily tasks for at least 12 months.
• SSI is for people with low income and resources. SSDI is for those who worked and paid Social Security taxes.
• You must meet medical criteria set by Social Security. Dyslexia is listed under learning disorders.
• For 2025, the SSI payment is $943/month for individuals, $1,415 for couples. SSDI payments vary based on past earnings.
• The Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit is $1,470/month for non-blind people in 2024, likely rising in 2025.
• Children with dyslexia may qualify if their condition meets SSI childhood disability rules.

Sources: SSA.gov, SSA 2025 Updates

• Ohio does not provide extra cash payments on top of federal SSI benefits. You will receive only the federal SSI amount.
• Ohio focuses on other supports: Medicaid, food stamps (SNAP), housing help, and disability services.
• County boards of developmental disabilities can help with assessments and service planning for children and adults with learning disabilities.
• Medicaid in Ohio covers therapy, counseling, and some educational supports for people with dyslexia.
• Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) programs help you keep benefits while working.
• Ohio’s Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) helps with job training and support.

Sources: DisabilityResources.org, Ohio Benefits, Disability Rights Ohio

• Call Social Security at 800-772-1213 or apply online at SSA.gov.
• Gather medical records, school reports, and work history.
• Ask for help from a county board or Disability Rights Ohio.
• Submit your application and wait for a decision.
• If denied, you can appeal within 60 days.

Sources: SSA.gov, OOD Ohio

• Step 1: Call Social Security at 800-772-1213 or visit SSA.gov to start your application.
• Step 2: Collect all medical records, school evaluations, and proof of income.
• Step 3: Fill out the application online or at a local office. Include details about how dyslexia affects your work or daily life.
• Step 4: Submit your application. Social Security will review your case and may ask for more info.
• Step 5: Wait for a decision. Most cases take 3–6 months.
• Step 6: If denied, appeal within 60 days. You can get help from a disability advocate.
• Step 7: If approved, you may also apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and other state programs.
• Step 8: Report any changes in income or health to avoid overpayments.

Sources: SSA.gov, DisabilityResources.org, Ohio Benefits

• SSI (Supplemental Security Income): Monthly cash for people with low income and resources.
• SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance): Monthly cash for those who worked and paid Social Security taxes.
• Medicaid: Health coverage for people with disabilities.
• SNAP (Food Stamps): Help with food costs.
• Medicare: Health coverage after 24 months of SSDI.
• Work Incentives: Programs to help you work while keeping benefits.

Sources: SSA.gov, Medicaid.gov

• Medicaid: Ohio Medicaid covers therapy, counseling, and some educational supports for people with dyslexia.
• County Boards of Developmental Disabilities: Offer assessments, service planning, and coordination for children and adults with learning disabilities.
• SNAP (Food Stamps): Extra help with food costs.
• LIHEAP: Help with utility bills.
• Ohio Housing Finance Agency: Affordable housing programs.
• Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA): Help with work and benefits.
• Disability Rights Ohio: Legal help and advocacy.
• SOAR Ohio: Training for staff to submit strong SSI/SSDI applications.

Sources: DisabilityResources.org, Ohio Benefits, Disability Rights Ohio, SOAR Ohio

• ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid.
• Ohio offers ABLE accounts. You can save up to $17,000 per year (2025).
• Funds can be used for education, housing, transportation, and more.
• Learn more at Ohio ABLE or SSA.gov.

Sources: Ohio ABLE, SSA.gov

• For SSI in 2025, the federal limit is $943/month for individuals, $1,415 for couples.
• SSDI has no strict income limit, but you cannot earn more than the SGA limit ($1,470/month in 2024, likely higher in 2025).
• Medicaid income limits vary by program and family size.

Sources: SSA.gov, Medicaid.gov

• Report any changes in income, work, or health to Social Security.
• Failing to report can cause overpayments and penalties.
• If you get an overpayment, you can ask for a waiver or payment plan.
• Learn more about avoiding overpayments and reporting changes.

Sources: SSA.gov, DisabilityResources.org

• Social Security Administration
  Phone: 800-772-1213

  TTY: 800-325-0778

  Hours: 8:30am–5:00pm ET

  Website

  Apply for SSI/SSDI and get help with benefits.
• Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
  Phone: 877-644-6643

  Hours: 8:00am–5:00pm ET

  Website

  Help with job training and disability support.
• Disability Rights Ohio
  Phone: 800-282-9181

  TTY: 800-642-8244

  Email: [email protected]

  Hours: 8:30am–5:00pm ET

  Website

  Legal help and advocacy for people with disabilities.

• Can dyslexia qualify for disability benefits in Ohio?

  Yes, if dyslexia is severe enough to stop you from working or doing daily tasks for at least 12 months. You must meet Social Security’s medical and financial criteria.

• Does Ohio add extra money to SSI for dyslexia?

  No, Ohio does not provide extra cash payments on top of federal SSI. You will receive only the federal SSI amount.

• What state programs help people with dyslexia in Ohio?

  Ohio offers Medicaid, food stamps, housing help, county board services, and work incentives. These can reduce living costs and provide support.

• How do I apply for SSI/SSDI for dyslexia in Ohio?

  Call Social Security at 800-772-1213 or apply online at SSA.gov. Gather medical records and school reports. Ask for help from a county board or advocate.

• Can children with dyslexia get benefits in Ohio?

  Yes, children with severe dyslexia may qualify for SSI if they meet childhood disability rules and family income limits.

• What is the SGA limit for dyslexia in Ohio?

  The SGA limit is $1,470/month for non-blind people in 2024. This may rise in 2025. Earning more can affect your benefits.

• How long does it take to get a decision on a disability claim in Ohio?

  Most cases take 3–6 months. If denied, you can appeal within 60 days. Help from an advocate can speed up the process.