SSDI Benefits in 2025

In 2025, Social Security will undergo several key adjustments. One major change is a 2.5 percent increase in benefits due to the cost-of-living adjustment. Other significant updates include the start of a gradual increase in the full retirement age and an increase in the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security tax. Cost-of-Living Adjustment…

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Does ADHD Count as a Disability?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition that affects both children and adults. Symptoms include restlessness, difficulty maintaining focus, and impulsive behavior. These symptoms vary greatly in severity and can significantly impact daily activities and work. For adults, ADHD can make it hard to organize tasks, follow detailed instructions, and manage time…

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What Does a Medical Review Entail?

People who receive Social Security disability benefits must undergo periodic medical reviews with the Social Security Administration to review the status of their health condition so the agency can determine if a person has recovered enough to return to work and no longer needs disability benefits.  Understanding Medical Reviews When a person receives Social Security…

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Can I Lose My Benefits?

Do you rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to make ends meet? You should understand the various factors that could affect your ability to continue receiving benefits. Work and Earnings Impact on SSDI and SSI Working while receiving SSDI or SSI benefits can affect your eligibility. If you get…

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What Is the Ticket to Work Program?

People with disabilities who receive Social Security disability benefits can pursue a path toward reentering the workforce and ending their dependency on disability benefits through the Social Security Administration’s Ticket to Work Program.  The Ticket to Work Program provides career development services for recipients aged 18 through 64 who receive disability benefits from the Social…

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If I Get Social Security Disability Benefits and I Reach Full Retirement Age, Will I Then Receive Retirement Benefits?

Countless people in Tarzana and throughout California depend on Social Security disability benefits to meet their daily needs. However, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) points out, these benefits are meant for those who can’t work due to an injury or illness, not people at retirement age. This raises a crucial question: Do Social Security…

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