The simple answer to this question might seem to be, “As soon as possible.” Actually, this is not a bad answer. As soon as you realize you cannot work because of a physical or mental condition, you should file your application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). It helps to understand why the timing of…
DetailsJackie had never heard of ankylosing spondylitis. That is until her doctor told her that she had it. At age 23, she thought she had a long career ahead of her, but now she didn’t know what to expect. Her doctor told her that she could continue working, but Jackie’s symptoms worsened over the next…
DetailsHank’s wife, Marie, wanted him to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). After all, he was no longer able to work and needed to replace his previous income. Hank looked into applying for disability benefits but was confused by the forms, the requests for information, and the need to…
DetailsGovernment benefit programs can be a real mystery to most people. Since you might need those programs at some point in your life, it’s a great idea to learn a little more about them. That’s why we have put together this list of five fast facts about SSDI. Fast Fact #1: SSDI Is Run by…
DetailsThe Jones family badly needed financial assistance. Several of the adults were unable to work, Grandma was over 65 years old, and one of the children was disabled. Someone told them they should apply for SSI, but they wondered if SSI for families was difficult to get. With the help of an attorney, they located…
DetailsJaxson’s parents noticed problems with his vision when he was only 8 years of age. Although they took him to specialists, nothing could be done to restore his vision. By age 14, he was legally blind. He and his parents worried about his future. Would he be able to fully support himself as he reached…
DetailsMarla cared for her husband, Hector, during the last few years of his battle with lung cancer. Unable to work, he had been receiving disability benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI). On top of her other fears, Marla worried how she would support herself and her two children after Hector was gone.…
DetailsDoug enjoyed meeting people at the grocery store, where he had worked for several years. He had made many friends and enjoyed earning a paycheck. Doug was born with a common chromosomal disorder – Down Syndrome. Although Doug is able to work, many people with Down Syndrome cannot. Also, Down Syndrome combined with other disorders…
DetailsHarry and Eleanor had been married for 23 years when Eleanor began to exhibit signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Her condition worsened until she was no longer able to work. However, she also was unable to complete the application for disability benefits by herself. Harry wanted to help his spouse apply for Social Security Disability Insurance…
DetailsIf you or someone you know has received disability benefits, you may have heard the term “representative payee.” The Social Security Administration (SSA), which manages the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs, recognizes that some people will find it difficult to manage their monthly disability benefits. When this occurs, a…
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