what can you use child ssi money for
Social Security tells payees to spend a childâs SSI on the childâs âcurrent maintenance,â which includes things like food, shelter, clothing, medical care, and personal care items. First, you should use the money to make sure your child has food and shelter.our childâs SSI payment amount will vary depending on the state you live in and whether your child has any countable income, but the federal base rate for 2015 is $733/month. (Read Nolo's article on how much SSI pays for more information.).