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SSA CHILD AUXILIARY BENEFITS ADVOCACY
ABOUT ME
I’m not a lawyer — I’m a parent and advocate who successfully navigated one of the most challenging SSA auxiliary benefit cases out there. After months of false denials, lost and suppressed evidence, delays, and stonewalling by local offices, I escalated the case through my Congressman and Senator. It was ultimately reviewed by SSA’s Special Review Cadre, where the evidence was so well-documented that the judge issued a fully favorable on-the-record decision, without the need for a hearing.
Now, I help others facing similar struggles. I can’t give legal advice, but I offer consulting support for parents, guardians, or grandparents trying to secure SSA auxiliary benefits for a child. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or don’t know where to start, I can help guide you based on real, hands-on experience.
Many people tell SSA they have a child — either on their original disability application or later, through updates, phone calls, or reviews — yet SSA often fails to inform them that their child may qualify for auxiliary benefits. In some cases, the child may be a biological child, stepchild, or even a grandchild under guardianship. Unfortunately, SSA frequently denies retroactive payments, claiming there’s “no record” that the child was ever reported. That’s why having written proof is critical — even something as simple as noting it on the original application or following up with a letter can make a huge difference.
Attorneys rarely take on these types of cases, as most focus on initial disability approval or terminations — not auxiliary benefits. I created this service because I saw firsthand how hard it was to get real help. My goal is to fill that gap by offering consultations to parents, guardians, and caretakers who don’t know where to turn.
🔧 What You Need Before Your Consultation
To get the most out of your phone consultation, please have the following information ready to discuss:
- 📅 The date you first informed SSA that you had a child (or grandchild) under your record
- 🧾 Whether you have any proof (fax receipts, review forms, applications) — you do not need to send these, just be prepared to describe them
- 📄 The type of disability benefits you receive (SSDI or SSI)
- 🔁 Dates of any SSA reviews or redeterminations you’ve gone through
- ❓ Any specific questions or concerns you want to cover
Note: All consultations are conducted over the phone. You will not be asked to submit any documents or share personal identifying information. This is a guidance session only—your privacy is fully respected.
How it works:
- Choose your service
- Book & pay (I will e mail you with instructions. Check e mail and junk folder)
- We schedule your call or I deliver your letter within 2 business days after payment.
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MORE INFO ON AUXILIARY BENEFITS
MORE INFO:
⚖️ What Are Auxiliary Benefits?
Auxiliary benefits are monthly Social Security payments available to the children (or in some cases, grandchildren) of individuals who are receiving SSDI—Social Security Disability Insurance. These benefits are not available under SSI (Supplemental Security Income). To qualify, the disabled parent must have worked enough in the past to earn the required number of work credits under SSA’s system. These benefits are based on your own work record, and eligibility can be confirmed by contacting your local Social Security office.
Many people aren’t aware that SSA has a legal obligation to inform you when a child becomes eligible under your record—but they don’t always follow through. In fact, it’s common for people to tell SSA about a child—either when applying for disability, during a review, or by phone—yet later be told “you never reported them.” That’s why written proof (such as application forms, review responses, or even fax receipts) becomes critical when pursuing retroactive benefits.
SSA will only retroactively pay benefits back to the time a child became eligible if there’s clear documentation that they were informed. Otherwise, they may only pay from the most recent review or report date—even if you’ve been reporting the child for years.
And yes, when you apply for SSDI, there’s a mandatory five-month waiting period before benefits begin. SSA will usually issue retroactive back pay for that five-month window—along with any auxiliary benefits owed to your child from the date SSA was informed. This is where delays and denials often arise.
🧾 Glossary
- SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance): A benefit program based on your past work history and FICA taxes paid.
- SSI (Supplemental Security Income): A needs-based program for individuals with little to no work history.
- Auxiliary Benefits: Monthly payments made to eligible children or dependents of an SSDI recipient.
- Work Credits: Units earned through past employment that determine SSDI eligibility.
- Retroactive Pay: Past-due benefits SSA owes from the time of application or eligibility, once approved.
