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Oregon • Neurological/Developmental
If you have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Oregon, you may qualify for federal and state disability benefits. These include Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicaid waivers, and ABLE accounts. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and important rules for Oregon residents.
To get federal disability benefits for ADHD, you must show that your condition is severe enough to stop you from working. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a list of medical conditions called the "Blue Book" to decide if ADHD is disabling. For adults, you must have a medically determinable impairment that stops you from doing substantial gainful activity (SGA). In 2025, SGA means earning more than $1,620 per month. If you are blind, the limit is $2,700 per month. You also need enough work credits for SSDI, usually 40 credits with 20 earned in the last 10 years. For SSI, you must have little or no income and resources (under $2,000 for an individual, $3,000 for a couple) [2][5][7].
Oregon does not have a separate state disability program for ADHD, but residents can access state-funded supports through Medicaid waivers and other programs. For example, Oregon offers Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers for people with developmental disabilities, which may include ADHD if it meets the criteria. The Oregon Prescription Drug Program (ArrayRx) helps reduce medication costs for all Oregonians, including those with ADHD. Oregon also has rules for earned income while on disability benefits. For example, if you are on the Oregon Public Service Retirement System (OPSRP) disability program, you can earn up to 10% of your previous monthly salary in any month without losing benefits. If you earn more, your benefits may end [1][4][5].
Oregon offers ABLE accounts for people with disabilities, including ADHD. You can save up to $15,060 in 2025 from work income in an ABLE account without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. This money can be used for qualified disability expenses like education, housing, and transportation. Learn more and apply at the Oregon ABLE Savings Program website [8].
For SSI in Oregon, the income limit is $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. For SSDI, you cannot earn more than $1,620 per month (or $2,700 if blind) in 2025. If you are on the OPSRP disability program, you can earn up to 10% of your previous monthly salary in any month without losing benefits. If you earn more, your benefits may end [1][2][5].
You must report any changes in income, work, or living situation to the Social Security Administration and Oregon Department of Human Services. If you do not report changes, you may get an overpayment and have to pay it back. This includes earned income, unearned income, and changes in resources. Learn more about avoiding overpayments and reporting changes on the Oregon government website [4][5].
Contact Oregon’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) hotline for free help with applying for disability benefits and other supports.
Yes, ADHD can qualify for federal disability benefits in Oregon if it is severe enough to stop you from working or doing daily activities. You must have medical proof and meet income or work credit requirements for SSDI or SSI.
You can apply for SSDI or SSI online at ssa.gov, by phone, or at a local Social Security office. Oregon’s Disability Determination Services will review your medical records and decide if you qualify.
The income limit for SSI in Oregon is $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. If you have more than this, you may not qualify for SSI.
Yes, you can work, but there are limits. For SSDI, you cannot earn more than $1,620 per month in 2025. For OPSRP disability, you can earn up to 10% of your previous monthly salary in any month without losing benefits.
Oregon offers Medicaid waivers, the ArrayRx prescription drug program, ABLE accounts, general assistance, and paid caregiving services for people with ADHD who meet the criteria.
You can use the Oregon Prescription Drug Program (ArrayRx) to get discounts on ADHD medications. This program is available to all Oregonians, regardless of income.
Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check with official agencies for the most current rules and eligibility.
Yes, children with ADHD may qualify for SSI if their condition is severe and meets the SSA’s criteria. They must have medical proof and meet income limits.
An ABLE account is a tax-advantaged savings account for people with disabilities. In Oregon, you can save up to $15,060 in 2025 from work income without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. The money can be used for qualified disability expenses.
You must report any changes in income to the Social Security Administration and Oregon Department of Human Services. If you do not report changes, you may get an overpayment and have to pay it back.
You can get help from Oregon’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) hotline, local Social Security offices, or nonprofit organizations that assist people with disabilities.
