If you depend on Social Security Disability benefits to pay your bills, the thought of your benefits being revoked can cause a lot of anxiety. Understanding the circumstances under which the Social Security Administration may revoke your benefits can help you feel more in control. The five most common reasons the Social Security Administration may…
Continue reading…Can You Get Disability for Celiac Disease in California?
To qualify for Social Security disability benefits, your disability must be expected to last for at least a year and prevent you from working for that period of time. If you’ve been diagnosed with celiac disease, this may not be an easy standard to meet. Following a strict gluten-free diet should resolve your symptoms and…
Continue reading…How to Apply for Benefits for Long COVID
The term “long COVID” refers to ongoing health problems that last weeks or months after a COVID-19 infection. Symptoms vary but can include fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, joint pain, and chest pain. Some people also experience dizziness, headaches, and mood changes. These issues can make it difficult to complete daily tasks or maintain…
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Why Is It Taking So Long to Get My Disability Back Pay?
Many individuals who have disabilities that impact their ability to work rely on disability payments to make ends meet. However, when first filing for your benefits, you may find that receiving the back pay you are entitled to is taking a long time. Understanding what disability back pay is, the regulations that impact it, and…
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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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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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The Effects of Marital Status on Social Security Disability Benefits
Unraveling the mysteries of Social Security Disability benefits can be challenging and rife with frustration. It is, however, important in order to understand benefits and how to access them. Along the way, you will likely come up with more and more questions. For instance, how does marital status impact Social Security Disability benefits? Here, we…
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Long COVID and Your Disability Claim
A recent study found that 1 in 10 people get long COVID after an Omicron infection. In this article, we’ll explore the qualifications necessary for a successful SSDI claim and what individuals should know about the process. Does Long COVID Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits? For millions of people who contracted COVID-19, the virus…
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Who Qualifies for SSDI and SSI?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers two somewhat similar sounding programs that are both geared towards providing financial assistance to disabled Americans. The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and the Supplement Security Income (SSI) may share these similarities, but they are different in very important ways. Particularly, they differ in who qualifies for them. Those…
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Is Diabetes a Qualifying Condition for Social Security Benefits?
If you live with diabetes, you know the weight it can place on conducting the business of everyday life. Its impacts can be severe and far reaching. Diabetes can also make it difficult to work. Should this be the case, you may be able to qualify for Social Security benefits. Is Diabetes a Qualifying Condition…
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