topic Can I claim my type 1 diabetic child who receives disability benefits through SSI as disabled? in Retirement tax questions

Can I claim my type 1 diabetic child who receives disability benefits through SSI as disabled?

lmchas — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:28:55 GMT

Re: Can I claim my type 1 diabetic child who receives disability benefits through SSI as disabled?

xmasbaby0 — Sat, 17 Feb 2024 05:54:38 GMT

Do I get a credit or deduction if my child is disabled?

If your child is older than 12 and you need to pay someone to take care of him while you work, you can say he is disabled and you can still get the childcare credit on your federal return. Or if he is 19 or older you may still be able to claim him as a qualifying child dependent on your federal return.

Aside from those things, there is no federal tax advantage to saying that your child is disabled. Your state tax laws might be different.

Re: Can I claim my type 1 diabetic child who receives disability benefits through SSI as disabled?

AmyC — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:00:05 GMT

Yes. This will allow you to claim as medical expenses any home modification necessary along with EITC and child care.

References:

IRS Disability and EITC

Tax Tips for the Disabled

Tax Credits for Disabled Dependents