What does Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provide support for?

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program designed to provide financial assistance to individuals who are aged, blind, or disabled, and who also have limited income and resources. The focus of SSI is on those who meet specific criteria related to their financial status and health conditions. This assistance is crucial for helping these individuals meet their basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing.

The program is targeted specifically at vulnerable populations rather than being available to all U.S. citizens or solely to children with disabilities. Moreover, it is not a unemployment benefit, so it does not apply to workers who have lost their jobs without a qualifying disability or age status. Therefore, the accurate description of the support provided by SSI is for elderly, blind, or disabled individuals with limited income.