GA BASIS - ADVANCED AGE
ISSUE DATE: 12/2014
MFIP, DWP, SNAP, MSA, GRH:
No provisions.
GA:
People have a basis of eligibility for GA if they cannot get or keep suitable employment because they are age 55 or older and their work history shows a marked deterioration compared to their work history before age 55 as indicated by decreased occupational status, reduced hours of employment, or decreased periods of employment. See SUITABLE EMPLOYMENT in 0002.65 (Glossary: Suitable...).
People who have a basis of eligibility for GA because of advanced age and are within 3 months of their 62nd birthday have a requirement to file for Social Security early retirement benefit, see 0012.12 (Applying for Other Benefits).
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PREVIOUS REVISIONS
| Date | Notes |
|---|---|
| 10/2012 | update Food Support and FS to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and FSET to SNAP E&T throughout. No policy was changed. |
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