The Social Security Administration (SSA) is tasked with overseeing two programs meant to aid the disabled in covering costs of living. These two programs are Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Those disabled individuals who have qualifying work credits and have made FICA contributions may be entitled to SSDI benefits. SSI…
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What Qualifies a Person for Long-Term Disability?
A long term disability policy can provide valuable benefits in the event that you become unable to work. Some choose to purchase an individual long term disability policy on their own, but some employers also offer long term disability (LTD) coverage in their employee benefit packages. Should you become unable to work, you may qualify…
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Can I Collect Unemployment If I Am Terminated While on Disability?
Becoming disabled to the point where you are unable to perform essential duties of your job is scary on a number of levels. You are dealing with a whole new set of restrictions on your ability to go through the normal activities of everyday life. Additionally, the thought of your job being in jeopardy because…
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Can Children Qualify for SSI?
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federally administered income supplement program. The funds from SSI are generated by general tax revenues, as opposed to Social Security taxes. The SSI program was put into place as a way to provide financial assistance to the aged, blind, and disabled who have lower income levels or no income…
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Am I Eligible for SSI Benefits?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is tasked with overseeing and implementing several programs geared towards providing aid to disabled individuals across the U.S. One such program is Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI provides financial support to those individuals who are both disabled and in financial need. There are specific requirements that must be met for…
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How Do You File for Social Security Disability Benefits?
Millions of people across the U.S. suffer from long term or permanent disabilities that render them unable to retain gainful employment. This added financial pressure usually comes on top of medical bills incurred due to seeking and receiving much-needed health care. Social Security disability provides critical benefits to those in need. Should you find yourself…
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Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability If I Suffer from Depression?
Thousands of Americans suffer from various forms of depression. It is a mood disorder most prominently recognized by feelings of intense sadness, hopelessness, and low self-worth. Depression can often cause reduced energy levels and loss of interest in what used to be enjoyable, referred to as “anhedonia.” In certain cases, depression can be disabling to…
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What Happens During a Disability Appeal?
You may have been denied eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits. You may not agree with the amount of your SSDI benefits payment. You may have been overpaid in SSDI payments but contest the amount you need to pay back or whether you have to repay it at all. If any of these issues…
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Can I Work If I Am On Disability?
In order to be eligible to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you must be unable to engage in substantial gainful activity. Essentially, this means that you have a disability preventing you from having a job that will support your cost of living. Because of this basic SSDI requirement, many receiving benefits are reluctant…
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Is It Possible to Get SSDI and SSI at the Same Time?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are both need-based programs that provide important financial benefits to those who qualify. In order to be eligible for SSDI, you must meet the SSA definition of disability. The disability, whether mental or physical, must be so severe as to prevent an individual from maintaining…
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