I am trying to get on SSI because my impairments prevent me from working, at least any significant amount of time. I realise it wont be a lot of money, but it will be a pretty significant improvement...it might even give me the option to move out of my moms place. It is true unless I am somehow able to get to a functioning level where I can work then I'll likely be poor for the rest of my life...hell even if I did become employable I might remain that way because I seriously doubt I could get a high paying job.

I guess my question is if one can work a full time job and wants a better income, why would they try to stay on SSI? They can live more comfortably getting off the SSI. I mean the idea of SSI is so people who can't work at least any substantial amount have an income...so people who can probably shouldn't be on it. Anyways though I think they could adjust their policy to something more realistic...since some conditions can improve I think there should be more encouragement for people who improve to come off SSI...but gradually not the way they do it now which is even if you're only working minimal part time hours they'll try and cut the benefits.