Betsey Richards v. Social Security Administration

Eugene, Oregon, social security disability lawyer represented the Plaintiff seeking review of the denial of her application for Social Security: SSID Tit. XVI benefits by HHS.



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"SSID Tit. XVI" refers to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, which is a federal assistance program authorized under Title XVI of the Social Security Act. It provides income to aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources, who may not qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). While SSDI requires a history of work contributions, SSI is a needs-based program.

Key characteristics of Title XVI (SSI)



Purpose: To provide a guaranteed minimum income for basic living expenses.



Eligibility: Based on need, requiring recipients to have limited financial means.

Beneficiaries: Individuals who are aged (65 or older), blind, or disabled.

Disability: For children under 18, there is a separate definition of disability from adults.

Other benefits: Those who are eligible for both SSI and SSDI (concurrent benefits) may be subject to a "windfall offset" to prevent receiving more in retroactive payments than they would have received if paid in the months they were due.

Administration: The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers SSI, but the program is often considered a "last resort" because claimants must first apply for most other benefits for which they are eligible.

0/28/2025 14 ORDER FOR REMAND: Granting Defendant's Stipulated Motion to Remand to Agency (ECF No. 13 ). Signed on 10/28/2025 by Magistrate Judge Stacie F. Beckerman. (gw) (Entered: 10/28/2025)

10/28/2025 15 JUDGMENT: Based on the Court's ORDER (ECF No. 14 ), IT IS ADJUDGED that this matter is REMANDED to the administrative agency for further action as directed, and the case is DISMISSED. Signed on 10/28/2025 by Magistrate Judge Stacie F. Beckerman. (gw) (Entered: 10/28/2025)