LANSING, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Up to one million more people with disabilities can now take advantage of MiABLE benefits as the state of Michigan expands program eligibility to individuals whose disability began before age 46.
MiABLE allows eligible individuals to save and invest up to $100,000 for disability-related expenses without jeopardizing eligibility for federal benefits, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. Some of those costs may include housing modifications, assistive technology, transportation, education, and employment accommodations.
This new change was announced at an online event. The state says including adults whose disability began before they are 46 years old will nearly double the number of Michiganders who qualify…