With the advent of the Internet, many tasks can now be completed online. Applying for SSI online, (Supplemental Security Income), can be done through the Social Security Administration's website at www.ssa.gov. SSI is a type of government-sponsored monthly payment available to those who meet stringent eligibility rules related to low income, low resources, and certain disabling conditions. In the past, filling out the necessary application forms meant a trip to the local Social Security office. Today, the Internet has made it more convenient and less stressful to complete your SSI application online. Aside from applying for SSI online, the Social Security Administration website can help you complete a variety of other tasks, including applying for Social Security retirement and disability benefits, completing a Work History report, requesting help with the cost of Medicare prescription drugs, checking your application for benefits and appealing a decision about your disability claim. You may also contact a qualified SSI attorney for assistance.