Legal Question in Social Security Law in Florida

Qualifying dependents for people on ssd
I have had custody of my Step niece for almost 5 yrs now and i have been on ssd for 10 yrs. Both of her parents have not had parental rights terminated but thru the court system i have legal custody and named her ''long term non relative caregiver''. I do not qualify for relative care benefits because she is my ''Step Niece''. The only thing she qualifies for is medicaid. I was wondering if she would qualify as my legal dependent and therefore recieve benefits thru my ssd? There is so many things she would qualify for if she was a relative but since she is my step niece i cant get any assistance to help with her care. So would we qualify for additional money since i am disabled and on ssd? Thank you for your assistance.

Asked on 11/08/08, 1:42 pm

Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

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Re: Qualifying dependents for people on ssd

You can always apply, and see what Social Security says, but since you have not adopted her, it's likely benefits will be denied.

Answered on 11/09/08, 2:47 pm

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