You may apply and qualify for extra help: You may qualify if your yearly income in 2008 is less than $15,600 (single with no dependents) or $21,000 (married and living with your spouse with no dependents), and your resources are less than $11,990 (single) or $23,970 (married and living with your spouse).  These resource amounts include $1,500 per person for burial expenses.  Resources include your savings and stocks but not your home or car.  If you think you may qualify, call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY users should call 1-800-325-0778) or visit www.socialsecurity.gov  on the Web.  You may also be able to apply at your State Medical Assistance (Medicaid) office.  After you apply, you will get a letter in the mail letting you know if you qualify and what you need to do next.