markmoniz
New Member

My husband is mentally disabled, can I claim him as a dependent?

I am 68 years old and retired living on SSI and my pension.  My husband is 58 years old and is retired with a pension.  He developed a mental illness 3 years ago and cannot care for himself.  I provide all of his care including rent for an apartment (as we can't live together because of the nature of his disability).  Can I claim him as a dependent on my taxes?