10/14/2026
SSDI and SSI are both Social Security disability programs, but they are not the same.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is generally based on an individual’s work history and the Social Security taxes paid through employment. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is needs-based and considers financial resources and income.
Depending on the circumstances, some individuals may qualify for one program or both. Determining eligibility—and navigating an application, denial, or appeal—can be complex.
For more than 30 years, our team at Harold W. Conick & Associates Ltd. has provided nationwide disability representation. Contact us to discuss how we can provide guidance through the Social Security disability process.