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Author Archives: Kris Colcock

Understanding Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for People Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision

Posted on February 11, 2026 - 11:49 am by Kris Colcock
Desk with a keyboard, wallet, notebook, pencil, and coffee, symbolizing organizing finances and daily tasks.

Let’s crush the myths about Supplemental Security Income and work! You can work and still be eligible for SSI but it takes organization and understanding the system. We are focusing on SSI and will focus on Title II benefits (SSDI, CDB,etc.) in a later article. What Is SSI? SSI is a federal program created in […]

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