Benefits Eligibility Screener

What Benefits Might You Qualify For?

Answer a few simple questions about your situation, and we'll show you every federal and state program you may be eligible for — Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP, housing assistance, and more.

This takes about 2 minutes. Your answers are not saved or sent anywhere — everything happens right here in your browser.

💡 This Is a Screening Tool, Not a Final Determination This screener gives you a personalized list of programs worth exploring based on your answers. Actual eligibility is determined by the agency that runs each program. Think of this as your starting map — it shows you where to look.

★ Dr. Ed's Insider Tip

"After 20+ years in the Social Security Administration, I can tell you the #1 reason people miss out on benefits is they simply don't know the programs exist. This screener checks over a dozen programs in 2 minutes. Even if you think you know what you qualify for, you might be surprised."

Step 1 of 4

Tell Us About You

Basic information to start matching you with programs.

How old are you?

How many people live in your household (including you)?

Include yourself, your spouse, and any dependents who live with you

What is your marital status?

Do you have children under 18 in your household?

Step 2 of 4

Income & Employment

Your income level determines eligibility for most programs. Rough estimates are fine.

What is your total monthly household income (before taxes)?

Include wages, Social Security, pensions, self-employment, child support, and any other regular income for everyone in the household

Are you currently employed?

Approximately how much do you have in savings, checking, and investments combined?

Don't include your home, retirement accounts (401k/IRA), or personal vehicles

Step 3 of 4

Health & Disability

Several programs have special provisions for people with health conditions or disabilities.

Do you have a disability that limits your ability to work?

What health insurance do you currently have?

Are you or your spouse a veteran of the U.S. military?

Your Screening Results

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programs you may be eligible for

💡 How to Read Your Results ● Likely Eligible — Your answers strongly suggest you qualify. Apply soon.
● Possibly Eligible — You may qualify depending on details not captured here. Worth checking.
● Unlikely — Based on your answers, you probably don't qualify, but rules vary by state.

★ Dr. Ed's Insider Tip

"Don't stop at the first program on this list. Many people qualify for 3, 4, even 5 programs simultaneously, and they interact in ways that can significantly improve your situation. For example, getting SNAP can automatically qualify your children for free school meals. Getting SSI can automatically qualify you for Medicaid. Think of these programs as building blocks — stack them."

What to Do Next

Start with the 'Likely Eligible' programs — apply for these first
Check the 'Possibly Eligible' ones — a quick call to the agency can clarify
Read our Master Guides — we have in-depth guides for most of these programs right here on 24Help.org
Ask Virtual Dr. Ed — our AI assistant has 6+ GB of official government benefits information and can answer specific questions about your situation