People with dyslexia in Utah may qualify for federal disability benefits like SSI and SSDI, as well as state programs and work incentives. This guide explains eligibility, how to apply, and what support is available in 2025.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you must have a disability that prevents you from working for at least 12 months and have paid enough Social Security taxes. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you must have limited income and resources, and your disability must meet Social Security’s definition. Dyslexia may qualify if it severely limits your ability to work or learn. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews medical and educational records to decide eligibility. In 2025, the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit is $1,620 per month for most people, or $2,700 for those who are statutorily blind. Earning above this limit may affect your benefits [ssa.gov, 2025-01-01].
In Utah, people with dyslexia may qualify for Medicaid waivers, vocational rehabilitation services, and special education programs. The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) offers support for adults with qualifying disabilities, including learning disabilities like dyslexia, if they meet financial and functional criteria. Utah also provides work incentives and employment support through the Division of Workforce Services. Children with dyslexia may qualify for special education services under IDEA. Adults with a disability that began before age 22 may be eligible for Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits based on a parent’s work record. State-specific eligibility depends on income, assets, and functional limitations [jobs.utah.gov, 2025-01-01; dspd.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save money without losing SSI or Medicaid benefits. In Utah, you can open an ABLE account through the state program. Contributions are limited to $19,000 per year in 2025. Funds can be used for disability-related expenses like education, housing, and transportation [disabilitylawcenter.org, 2025-01-01].
In 2025, the SGA limit for SSDI is $1,620 per month for most people, or $2,700 for those who are statutorily blind. Earning above this limit may affect your benefits. SSI has separate income and resource limits. Reporting changes in income is required to avoid overpayments [ssa.gov, 2025-01-01; jobs.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
You must report changes in income, living situation, or disability status to SSA and DSPD. Failing to report can result in overpayments and penalties. If you receive an overpayment, you may be able to request a waiver or set up a repayment plan [ssa.gov, 2025-01-01; dspd.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
Contact the Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities or your local Social Security office for help with applications and eligibility questions.
Check SSA.gov and DSPD.utah.gov for updates on benefits, work incentives, and Medicaid waivers in Utah.
Yes, dyslexia can qualify for SSI or SSDI if it severely limits your ability to work or learn. You must provide medical and educational records to prove your disability meets Social Security’s criteria [ssa.gov, 2025-01-01].
In 2025, the SGA limit is $1,620 per month for most people, or $2,700 for those who are statutorily blind. Earning above this limit may affect your benefits [jobs.utah.gov, 2025-01-01; ssa.gov, 2025-01-01].
Contact the Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) to apply for Medicaid waivers. You may need to complete an application and assessment to determine eligibility [dspd.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
Utah offers vocational rehabilitation, job training, and work incentives through the Division of Workforce Services. These programs help people with disabilities work and keep their benefits [jobs.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
Yes, children with dyslexia may qualify for special education services under IDEA. Contact your local school district to apply for an IEP or related services [utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
An ABLE account is a tax-advantaged savings account for people with disabilities. In Utah, you can open an ABLE account through the state program. Contributions are limited to $19,000 per year in 2025 [disabilitylawcenter.org, 2025-01-01].
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Report changes in income, living situation, or disability status to SSA and DSPD. Failing to report can result in overpayments and penalties [ssa.gov, 2025-01-01; dspd.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
If you earn more than the SGA limit, your SSDI benefits may be suspended or terminated. You may be able to restart benefits if your earnings drop below the limit and you still have a disability [jobs.utah.gov, 2025-01-01; ssa.gov, 2025-01-01].
Yes, adults with a disability that began before age 22 may be eligible for Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefits based on a parent’s work record. You must be unmarried and meet the definition of disability for adults [ssa.gov, 2025-01-01].
Utah offers vocational rehabilitation, job training, and employment support through the Division of Workforce Services. These programs help people with disabilities find and keep jobs [jobs.utah.gov, 2025-01-01].
