Both Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and Supplement Security Income (SSI) can help you bridge an income gap if you are disabled and not able to earn a wage. SSDI is awarded based upon your actual disability and the amount of work credits you have earned, while SSI is a needs based program run by the Social Security Administration (SSA) … Read More
Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) is a benefit paid to workers who are no longer able to work due to a disability. To qualify you have to meet both a medical standard, and show you have earned enough work credits. The medical element of the case is largely determined by the proof you provide from your treating physicians, outlining your … Read More
If you are disabled and applied for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), but the Social Security Administration (SSA) has denied your application you may be wondering what step to take next. Unfortunately it is not uncommon for applications for benefits to be denied on the first go around, but fortunately it is also not uncommon for people to gain approval … Read More
Disabilities come in many shapes and sizes. Your condition is unique to you, and as long as you are limited by the disability you suffer from, you could qualify for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees this program and awards benefits based on findings that workers have become or are so disabled as to not … Read More
Filing for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) is a complicated process. First, you are probably feeling overwhelmed just at the thought of not being able to work anymore and second, you are now staring down a lot of paperwork that can be confusing. It is important to get the facts straight and provide the right information when you apply for … Read More
The Social Security Administration (SSA) keeps a list of conditions that are considered disabilities, for the purposes of awarding Social Security Disability Income (SSDI). The conditions are contained in the blue book and some are granted automatic approval while others must be accompanied by solid medical proof of your disability. Even if you do not have one of the conditions … Read More
Being approved for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) can take some time. During the waiting period many workers debate on whether they should try to do a little bit of work to make ends meet, but doing so can jeopardize your chances of being approved. The problem is that most of us do not have enough funds to live on … Read More
The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides monthly benefits to retired workers, disabled workers, surviving spouses and children, and others. These benefits help people make ends meet by providing a steady stream of income, but in order to receive payments you do have to qualify. One program that causes a lot of confusion and urban myths is the Social Security Disability … Read More
Nearly everyone lives their life online today. From Facebook, to Twitter, to Instagram, there are several social media outlets available to post what you are doing and where you are going. This can be fun, and is a good way to stay in touch with old classmates and out town family and friends but can also be dangerous if you … Read More
Workers who have become disabled have the option of filing for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) through the Social Security Administration (SSA). Many of the applications received are denied when initially presented, but this is not the end of the road for the worker. There is a reconsideration and an appeals process. Fortunately, many applicants receive approval at one of … Read More
