*This is actually for a friend of mine but I am going to write it in first person anyway.*

Hopefully, someone will have some advise on my dilemma. I am unsure as to whether I need to feel taxes for 2007. Last year I was receiving cash aid up until August when I started receiving SSI Benefits for my son due to his disability. Additionally, I receive Child Support Payments on a regular basis. This is the only income I have received all year. I have been unable to hold a job due to the amount of effort/time needed/invested into my son's education etc.

I have been separated from my wife for 5 years, I am the custodial parent of my two children and they have lived with me all year long.

Can I file to receive to receive any child tax credit? Please advise.
Thanks!

Yes they may also be eligible for the $300 to $600 rebate

Stimulus Payments: Instructions for Low-Income Workers and Recipients of Social Security and Certain Veterans' Benefits (http://www.irs.gov/irs/article/0,,id=179096,00.html)

No, child support and SSI benefits are not qualifying income for stimulus tax rebate.

For more information on the eligibility and how much rebate you will get read: Your U.S. Tax Return: Are You Eligible for 2008 Stimulus Tax Rebate Payment? (http://taxipay.blogspot.com/2008/02/are-you-eligible.html)

You fill a 1020A (I think it is) out and you might get the $300 to $600.
My son and a couple of my friends get Social security disability (and no other income) and the tax lady filed it and they are getting the $300. Rebate.