How does qualifying for supplemental social security income work for a mother that is unemployed with a disabled baby?

Children who are disabled and who have parents whose income falls under a certain level are entitled to benefits under social security. While children do not qualify specifically for child disability benefits, since disability benefits begin only after a person is 18 years of age, children can qualify for supplemental social security income on the basis of their disability. There are maximum income levels that the family can earn in order for a child to qualify, but since your aunt is already receiving social security income, it is likely that her income is low enough that her child can qualify for the child disability supplemental social security income. Your aunt should speak to an experienced disability attorney who can help her determine what benefits are due her child and who can help her apply to make sure she gets those benefits she deserves.