Funded by general tax revenues instead of social security taxes, the SSI program benefits aged, blind, and disabled individuals who have little to no income. Unlike other programs, SSI pays out cash to provide for the basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter. However, SSI benefits are much greater than other programs provided by the federal government. Furthermore, SSI provides greater work incentives than other programs. As seen from the findings above, SSI is necessary to maintain in the welfare program
Funded by general tax revenues instead of social security taxes, the SSI program benefits aged, blind, and disabled individuals who have little to no income. Unlike other programs, SSI pays out cash to provide for the basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter. However, SSI benefits are much greater than other programs provided by the federal government. Furthermore, SSI provides greater work incentives than other programs. As seen from the findings above, SSI is necessary to maintain in the welfare program