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Originally Posted by Fore
Actually regular ss income as well as SSI and SSDI could be affected by promo winnings. The situation specifics would need to be evaluated but outside income can reduce ss income.
Social Security is a fixed income that US citizens get that's is based on their earnings over their lifetime. You can apply at 62 but the monthly benefit is at its smallest then and you're locked in at that amount for life. The longer you wait to receive SS the higher the monthly check generally. SSDI is also based on your earnings, and you can receive that anytime, but you must but declared unable to work and must go through a rigorous review process with MDs signing off on your disability. SSI is sort of a welfare payment for those with little work history and have shown little ability to hold down a job. Food stamps are another welfare benefit. Then you have Medicaid which is basically free health care for those that don't have an income. I've heard (secondhand, no direct proof) of a few regulars at my local casino who collect the Welfare benefits, and also know at least 3 who are out of work collecting SSDI yet spend their days at the 1-2 tables which led me to wonder whether the state would take an interest in that or not. If they did, that would be a reason not to use a players club card. Does the casino share that info with govt agencies?