Can SSDI benefits be combined with state programs in Louisiana?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 08/27/2025
If you are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in Louisiana, you may wonder whether you can also qualify for state-based assistance programs. The good news is that SSDI can often be combined with other forms of support, helping you cover medical expenses, daily living costs, and other needs.
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How SSDI Works in Louisiana
SSDI is a federal program that provides monthly payments to individuals who can no longer work due to a disability and who have earned enough work credits. Since it’s federally funded, your benefit amount is the same regardless of which state you live in.
However, Louisiana offers additional programs that can supplement your SSDI benefits.
State Programs That Can Be Combined With SSDI in Louisiana
Here are some of the most common state assistance programs available alongside SSDI:
1. Medicaid
- Even though SSDI recipients do not automatically qualify for Medicaid, many people in Louisiana can apply separately.
- If your SSDI benefits are modest and your income falls within the limits, Medicaid can help cover doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, and long-term services.
2. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
- Also known as food stamps, this program helps with monthly grocery costs.
- Your SSDI income will count toward eligibility, but you may still qualify if your total household income is below Louisiana’s threshold.
3. Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
- Provides help with paying home energy bills.
- SSDI recipients can often qualify based on income and household size.
4. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Some people can receive both SSDI and SSI, particularly if their SSDI check is small and they meet SSI income and asset limits.
- In Louisiana, SSI also provides automatic Medicaid eligibility.
5. Housing Assistance Programs
- SSDI recipients may apply for Section 8 housing vouchers or other rental assistance programs.
- Eligibility depends on income and family size.
How Combining Benefits Helps Louisiana Residents
Being approved for multiple programs can make a big difference in covering basic needs. For example:

- SSDI covers monthly income.
- Medicaid reduces healthcare costs.
- SNAP ensures access to food assistance.
- LIHEAP provides energy bill relief.
Together, these benefits can significantly reduce the financial stress of living with a disability.
How Hogan Smith Can Help
Understanding which state programs you qualify for while on SSDI can be confusing. Hogan Smith assists clients by:
- Reviewing your SSDI award and checking eligibility for state aid.
- Helping you apply for Medicaid, SNAP, and other Louisiana programs.
- Appealing denials for both federal and state disability-related benefits.
- Maximizing your financial support by ensuring you don’t miss out on aid you qualify for.
Contact Hogan Smith Today
If you are on SSDI in Louisiana and need additional financial support, you don’t have to navigate the system alone. Hogan Smith has years of experience helping people combine SSDI with state programs to create a stronger safety net.

Call us today for a free consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your options, and guide you through the application process so you can access every benefit available. With the right help, you can build a more secure future while focusing on your health.
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