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Wisconsin SSI Exceptional Expense Supplement (SSI-E)


 Overview of the Exceptional Expense Supplement
The Wisconsin Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Exceptional Expense Supplement provides a subsidy of $95.99 a month to SSI recipients when there is a demonstrated need for 40 or more hours a month of supportive services.   Individuals do not necessary have to be receiving 40 or more hours of care, only to have been assessed to have the need for that level of care.

 Exceptional Expense Supplement Eligibility
In addition to the 40 hours of care requirement for Exceptional Expense Supplement, SSI typically requires recipients to have a monthly income of less than $2,000 and resources of less than $2,000 excluding their home and vehicle.

  Benefits of the Exceptional Expense Supplement
The Exceptional Expense Supplement of $95.99 is paid out to SSI recipients over their existing monthly SSI payment.

  How to Apply for the Exceptional Expense Supplement
SSI recipients interested in applying for SSI-E should contact their county department of social or human services.



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