Hello Hayleemphillips, thanks for participating in our event today!
This is a great question. When claiming the credit for dependent care, you have to fill out form 2441 with the name, address, and ssn or ein of the care provider. Once you do this, you will be informing the IRS that your mother has that income. You are entitled, legally, to claim the credit, but you may want to talk it through with your mom and make sure you both understand the situation. If you mom is required to file an income tax return and doesn't, there could be penalties. However, if your mom makes less than a certain amount she isn't required to file and report her income. I'll link the table with the income limits below.
As far as her disability goes, there is a limit to how much your mom can earn and still be eligible for benefits. If you stay under that limit, maybe both of you can get what you need. I'll give you a link for that information as well.
Who Must File
SS Disability
