u/Bigbutt91

Hi everyone,

My mother is a U.S. citizen and just turned 65. She has no income and is not eligible for Social Security retirement benefits. At the moment, she depends entirely on me for her living expenses.

From what I understand, applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) might be the best option for her. I’d really appreciate if anyone could share their personal experiences with the application process, approval timelines, or any challenges we should be aware of.

Also, she is not legally blind, but she does have low vision due to a degenerative corneal condition, which limits her ability to do certain activities, like driving.

Any advice or insights would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!