On the same question, why is there 2 different answers as to whether SSI is considered as support? Below this post is the answer of another employee. Why 2 different answers on same thread?
MayaD
Employee Tax Expert
2 weeks ago
Yes, you can claim your daughter as a dependent on your tax return. The SSI she is receiving does not count as income.
I have used Turbo Tax for several years and got audited last year having to supply them with a lot of info plus the judgement of placement custody since the child was not related. I can't even list him as a dependent this year? Sorry but can't figure this out.
