/u/BarryGibbIsGod on Guy decided to take months long vacay to S. America relying on his SS. He lost his SS so he needs $ for a plane ticket home, food & ubers. When back in the US he needs $ for storage, housing & food while he waits for his SS to be rein

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You are correct , I just assumed he was an older gentleman and had paid more into the system. I should have never assumed anything. SSI is a kin to welfare. But there is no shame in getting SSI if you needed it. I just think sometimes people confuse SSI and SSDI.