There are many different types of disabilities in the United States. Someone can be disabled because of a mental condition that they have or a disease that they’ve contracted. Some disabilities are essentially invisible, while others are very obvious. You never want...
Children under 18 may have a qualifying disability for Social Security benefits. However, the child’s disability isn’t considered when determining if they qualify for benefits as a dependent of a parent receiving benefits. Usually, the benefits for children will stop...
You may have heard the claim that the Social Security Administration (SSA) rejects everyone who applies for disability benefits at first. One of the most well-known myths about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is the idea that absolutely no one...
There are a lot of different ways disabilities come about. Some people are injured while on the job. Others suffer a heart attack. Still, others are diagnosed with cancer or another type of ailment or disorder. Disabilities can come from many different sources and...
You’ve found yourself in the unfortunate position of being unable to work because of your health. The bills are starting to pile up, and with no steady income stream, you’re worried about how you’ll cope. One option that may be open to you is to apply for Social...
Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by a short-term memory loss that becomes more severe as the disease progresses. While the disease is typically common among older people, it is estimated that about 5 percent of Alzheimer’s patients exhibit symptoms in earlier...
Since leaving school, you’ve always had a job and contributed taxes. You had intended to go on this way until you reached the age of retirement, but a debilitating illness has scuppered those plans. What are you going to do for money now that you are unable to work?...
Supplemental Security Income benefits are a source of additional income for lower-income people. It provides monthly benefits to adults, children and people with disabilities who have resources and income below a certain level. These payments are also made to people...
The most commonly utilized benefits offered through Social Security are self-funded benefits claimed by those who contributed to the program. Adults who have paid taxes on their income make contributions from each paycheck toward Social Security. They can later claim...
Unfortunately, many Social Security Disability (SSD) claims result in denial. However, this denial is not the end of your journey in filing a claim. You have the right to appeal a decision from the Social Security Administration (SSA). If your second attempt fails,...
