People with Parkinson’s Disease in Utah can access federal and state disability benefits, including Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicaid waivers, and ABLE accounts. Eligibility depends on medical criteria, work history, and income. This guide explains how to apply and what changes are coming in 2025.
To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) with Parkinson’s Disease, you must meet the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) definition of disability. This means your condition must prevent you from doing substantial work and is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death. For SSDI, you must have worked and paid into Social Security. For SSI, your income and resources must be limited. Parkinson’s Disease is listed in the SSA’s Blue Book under Section 11.17, so if your symptoms match the criteria, you may qualify automatically. If not, you can still qualify if your condition is severe enough to prevent work.
SSA Disability Qualifications (accessed 2025-11-06)
In Utah, people with Parkinson’s Disease may also qualify for state-specific programs like Medicaid waivers for home and community-based services (HCBS). These waivers help cover costs for personal care, therapy, and other supports. Utah’s Medicaid program has strict eligibility rules, but people with disabilities may qualify even if they have higher income or assets than typical Medicaid recipients. Utah also participates in the ABLE program, which allows tax-advantaged savings for disability-related expenses. The state’s Disability Determination Services (DDS) handles the medical eligibility part of disability claims for federal programs. Utah’s SNAP (food assistance) program may also be available, but recent federal changes may affect eligibility and benefits.
Utah Medicaid Waivers (accessed 2025-11-06) Utah ABLE Accounts (accessed 2025-11-06)
SSA Apply for Disability (accessed 2025-11-06) Utah DDS Apply (accessed 2025-11-06)
SSA Disability Programs (accessed 2025-11-06)
Utah Medicaid Waivers (accessed 2025-11-06) Utah ABLE Accounts (accessed 2025-11-06) Utah SNAP (accessed 2025-11-06)
Utah offers ABLE accounts for people with disabilities. You can contribute up to $19,000 per year (or $34,650 if you work and your employer doesn’t contribute to your retirement account) in 2025. Funds in an ABLE account can be used for disability-related expenses like medical care, housing, education, and transportation. Withdrawals for qualified expenses are not taxed, and contributions may be tax-deductible for Utah residents.
Utah ABLE Accounts (accessed 2025-11-06)
SSA SGA Limits 2025 (accessed 2025-11-06) SSA SSI Payment Amounts (accessed 2025-11-06)
If your income, resources, or living situation changes, you must report it to avoid overpayments. Overpayments can happen if you earn more than the SGA limit, get other benefits, or your condition improves. Report changes to Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP as soon as possible. If you get an overpayment notice, you can request a waiver or set up a repayment plan.
SSA Reporting Changes (accessed 2025-11-06) Utah SNAP Reporting (accessed 2025-11-06)
Yes, if your Parkinson’s Disease meets the SSA’s disability criteria and you have enough work credits. You must show that your condition prevents you from doing substantial work and is expected to last at least 12 months or result in death.
In 2025, the SGA limit is $1,620/month for non-blind individuals and $2,700/month for blind individuals. Earning above this limit may affect your SSDI benefits.
Contact Utah’s Disability Determination Services. They will review your medical eligibility and help you apply for HCBS waivers. You can also apply online or in person at a local office.
Yes, but your earnings must be below the SGA limit. Social Security offers work incentives to help people with disabilities keep benefits while working.
An ABLE account is a tax-advantaged savings account for disability-related expenses. You can contribute up to $19,000 per year in 2025. Funds can be used for medical care, housing, education, and transportation.
The federal SSI payment is $943/month for an individual and $1,415/month for a couple in 2025. Utah may add a small state supplement.
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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You must report changes in income to Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP. Not reporting changes can lead to overpayments and benefit termination.
Yes, if the disability began before age 22 and a parent is retired, disabled, or deceased. The child must be unmarried and meet the SSA’s disability criteria.
Report changes to Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP as soon as possible. You can do this online, by phone, or in person at a local office.
Medicaid is health coverage for low-income people with disabilities. Medicare is health insurance for people with disabilities who have received SSDI for 24 months.
