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posted Apr 11, 2024 7:14:09 PM

My adult son, is disabled. He receives SSI payments. can I claim head of household with learning impaired qualified relative?

how do I claim "qualified relative" for my disable son?

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Apr 11, 2024 7:59:01 PM

Yes, you can claim you son as a qualified child dependent as there is no age limit if he is permanently and totally disabled as long as he meets the requirements listed below:

 

For a Qualifying child 

  • They must be related to you. 
  • They can’t be claimed as a dependent by someone else. 
  • They must be a U.S. citizen, resident alien, national, or a Canadian or Mexican resident. 
  • If they are married, they can’t file a joint return with their spouse. 
  • They must be under the age of 19 (or 24 for full-time students). 
    • No age limit for permanently and totally disabled children. 
  • They must have lived with you for more than half the year (exceptions apply). 
  • They didn't provide more than half of their own support for the year. 

 

You may be eligible for the following tax benefits if you claim your niece as your dependent.

  • Head of Household filing status
  • Earned Income Credit (EIC)
  • Child and Dependent Care Credit
  • Child Tax Credit
  • Medical expense deduction
  • Education Credits

 

For additional information, review the TurboTax article Rules for Claiming a Dependent on Your Tax Return.