When you have lupus, you may find it difficult to explain to others what you go through daily. Many people do not recognize how debilitating the disease can be and how those symptoms can become worse over time. For many people with lupus, Social Security Disability...
Month: April 2023
SSI versus SSDI
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? If you have received an injury that limits or eliminates your ability to earn an income, you probably have. This is what you...
What to do if you receive an SSDI claim denial
If you receive a debilitating injury, and your doctor finds you permanently and totally disabled, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. Although you need to wait for one year or more to file, you can receive SSDI income until you hit...
Seeking SSD after a cancer diagnosis
Every year, over one million people face a cancer diagnosis. While your journey may be personal, you do not have to take it alone. A cancer diagnosis can alter your entire life. It can impact your mental and physical health and, in some cases, have disabling...
How does BPD qualify you for SSD?
Borderline personality disorder is a condition that impacts your feelings and behavior. Most people who struggle with BPD struggle with impulsivity and emotional instability. If you have BPD and find it difficult to function as an employee or in society, you may be...
OCD and disability benefits
If you struggle with a mental disorder that interferes with your ability to work, you could face significant hardships on a daily basis. Whether you recently lost your job or have extreme difficulty performing your job duties due to mental hardships, it is important...
Who can get child’s SSD benefits?
Generally speaking, the Social Security Administration pays out Social Security Disability benefits directly to persons who live with disabilities. However, families with small or school-aged children may require more support than what those benefits can offer. If...
Social Security and inflation
If you receive Social Security or Social Security Disability payments, you probably know that you receive annual increases based on inflation. While this helps you meet the rising costs of everything from food to medical expenses, it might not enable you to fully...
Which types of injuries qualify for SSD support?
An unexpected injury could interfere with your ability to work, and you might need to take some time off. Can you apply for Social Security Disability benefits? The answer depends on whether you meet eligibility requirements. Knowing how the SSD defines disability can...
Your eligibility for SSD benefits because of mental illness
When you hear of Social Security Disability benefits your thoughts probably go to physical injuries and impairments. However, you can also receive assistance when you suffer from debilitating mental illnesses. Receiving assistance requires you to meet the eligibility...
