People with dysgraphia in Oregon may qualify for federal and state disability benefits, including SSI, SSDI, Medicaid waivers, and ABLE accounts. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and key changes in 2025.
To qualify for federal disability benefits with dysgraphia, you must have a medically determinable impairment that prevents you from doing substantial gainful activity (SGA) for at least 12 months. For SSI, you must also have limited income and resources. For SSDI, you need enough work credits and a disability that stops you from working. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a strict definition of disability, and dysgraphia must be severe enough to meet their criteria. In 2025, the SGA limit is $1,620 per month for most people, and $2,700 for those who are blind. Children with dysgraphia may qualify for SSI if the condition causes marked and severe functional limitations. [^1][^2]
In Oregon, people with dysgraphia may qualify for state-specific programs like Medicaid waivers for home and community-based services (HCBS), which help with care and support. Oregon also offers the ABLE savings program, which lets eligible people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. Recent changes to Oregon’s Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) may affect disability benefits for public employees, but these changes do not directly impact most people with dysgraphia. Oregon’s SNAP program has new work requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents, but people with disabilities are exempt. [^3][^4][^5]
Oregon’s ABLE Savings Program lets people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. The 2025 contribution limit is $15,060 or total wages, whichever is less. Funds can be used for qualified disability expenses like education, housing, and transportation. [^14]
For SSI in 2025, the income limit is $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. For SSDI, there is no strict income limit, but earnings must be below the SGA limit of $1,620 per month. For SNAP, income limits vary by household size and composition. [^15]
If your income, resources, or living situation changes, you must report it to avoid overpayments. Overpayments can lead to repayment demands or loss of benefits. Report changes to Social Security, ODHS, or your Medicaid waiver case manager as soon as possible. [^16]
Contact Oregon’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) for free help with applications and benefits questions.
Yes, if dysgraphia is severe enough to prevent you from doing substantial gainful activity for at least 12 months. You must provide medical evidence and meet income and resource limits for SSI, or have enough work credits for SSDI. [^17]
The Oregon ABLE Savings Program lets people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. The 2025 contribution limit is $15,060 or total wages, whichever is less. [^18]
Yes, Oregon offers Medicaid waivers for people with disabilities, including the IDD and PD waivers. These waivers provide services like personal care, respite care, and supported employment. [^19]
You can apply online at ssa.gov or in person at a Social Security office. You’ll need medical records, work history, and proof of income. [^20]
Able-bodied adults without dependents must work, volunteer, or train for at least 80 hours/month to remain eligible for SNAP. People with disabilities are exempt. [^21]
Report changes in income, resources, or living situation to Social Security, ODHS, or your Medicaid waiver case manager as soon as possible to avoid overpayments. [^22]
This guide is for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for personalized guidance.
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Yes, you can get help from Oregon’s Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) or a local nonprofit. [^23]
SSI is for people with disabilities who have limited income and resources. SSDI is for people with disabilities who have a work history. Both programs have strict eligibility requirements. [^24]
