I'm not a CPA or Attorney and in no way am I offering you legal or financial advice. That being said though... A) I'd first recommend that you contact a competent CPA and explain your situation. If you have a close relative (niece, nephew, son, daughter, grand child) that you trust and wants to learn the business have them open the business. You may be able to draw a check (below a certain amount) and not jeopardize your benefits. Again, I'm no CPA or Attorney and would recommend that you contact a competent CPA and explain your situation.