Federal Disability Benefits Planning (SSI, SSDI & Medicare Support)

Navigating federal disability benefits is one of the most consequential — and most misunderstood — challenges families face. The differences among Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicaid, and Medicare are not just a matter of terminology. Each program has distinct eligibility rules, asset limits, income thresholds, and long-term implications that affect housing, employment, healthcare, and financial stability for years to come.

At Leahy Life Plan, Michele A. Leahy, MS, CPWIC, works with individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers to cut through the confusion. The goal is not to fill out forms — it is to make sure you understand what you are applying for, whether you qualify, what documentation is required, and how the decisions you make today will affect benefits for the long term.

Leahy Life Plan provides federal benefits planning services to clients in Pennsylvania, the greater New York City metro area, and nationwide via remote consultation.

• Review of Past & Current Disability Documentation
• Asset & Resource Evaluation for Federal Benefits Programs
• SSI vs. SSDI vs. Medicare vs. Medicaid: Understanding Your Options
• Federal Benefits Eligibility Assessment
• Required Documentation for Federal Benefits Programs
• Federal Benefits Interview Preparation
• Understanding Maximum Federal Benefit Levels
• Working While Receiving Federal Disability Benefits
• Frequently Asked Questions: Federal Disability Benefits