Social Security — Disability

For those who have suffered an injury or an illness that has resulted in a disability, it may be impossible to work. This can create all manner of financial hardships. To combat this, the Social Security Administration (SSA) provides Social Security Disability...

Medical issues that impact someone's ability to work can put them in a very vulnerable position. Those who apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits often need immediate financial help. A health issue or injury has rendered them incapable of...

People can have major accidents or develop serious medical conditions at any point in their lives. Those who suddenly become unable to work may need to apply for disability benefits to replace their lost paychecks after acquiring a serious medical issue. However, many...

Navigating a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim can be a nerve-wracking and confusing experience – and it may surprise you to learn that your doctor cannot simply “put you on disability” by writing a letter. Instead, the Social Security Administration...

There are a lot of myths about Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits (some of which have been discussed on this page before). Listening to the wrong information can steer you in directions that will hurt your chances of getting the benefits you need, so here are...

When you’re sick or injured and unable to work, Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are supposed to be a lifeline – but a lot of people misunderstand how the system works and feel intimidated about the process. It doesn’t help that there are all kinds of myths...

The application process for receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is notoriously slow. Unfortunately, this reality doesn’t always allow people with rapidly progressing conditions to receive the benefits they need because there’s a risk of...

Someone who has a disabling medical condition that will affect them for a year or longer and that prevents them from engaging in any gainful activity could potentially qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Quite a few people who apply for...

When someone is seeking SSD benefits because they have a disability, they often feel alone. They feel as if they are the only person dealing with these types of issues. Everyone else they know is still able to work and live life without these limitations. In fact,...

People can be struck with various types of dementia years before they plan to retire. A condition like early-onset Alzheimer’s can affect someone in their 40s and sometimes even those who are younger. The same is true for a number of other dementia conditions that...