Social Security disability benefits are important benefits for many disabled individuals. Because of their importance, disabled individuals may wonder how to qualify for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits. There are both work history and medical requirements...
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Can multiple illnesses boost one’s chance for SSD benefits?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides financial aid to those who cannot work due to a debilitating illness. There are numerous qualifying mental and physical disabilities, including depression, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder, multiple...
Common reasons for disability claim denials
When a medical impairment keeps you from working, there is a lot at stake. Not only does this threaten your ability to care for your family -- it can be a direct threat to your financial well-being long into the future. Individuals like you have the right to seek...
Plan to Achieve Self-Support work incentive program
A previous blog post discussed some ways in which Ohioans who continue to work, despite their disabilities, may continue to receive SSI benefits. Another important SSI work incentive is the Social Security Administration's (SSA) Plan to Achieve Self Support (PASS)...
How does income affect SSI benefits?
The Social Security Administration provides supplemental security income benefits to those who are age 65 and older, blind or disabled and have little income or resources. Having income below state-determined income limits is one requirement for obtaining and...
I don’t have a work history? Does that mean I can’t get SSD benefits?
Not only do you need to be disabled to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, but you must also have an established history of work.In fact, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA), you need a specific number of "work credits" to be...
I’m too young to receive SSD benefits, aren’t I?
When it comes to Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, there is one myth that many people continue to believe: Young people cannot receive and/or win disability benefits.This is just not true. In fact, as long as you have a work history, you may be entitled to...
An overview of eligibility requirements for SSDI benefits
Many people in Ohio who suffer from a disabling injury or illness want to know if they can obtain Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. Questions of eligibility are often mixed with questions about the applications process. This post will summarize the...
Is everyone denied the first time they apply for SSD Benefits?
While the Social Security Administration (SSA) doesn't reject everyone, the truth is that the vast majority of people are denied the first time they apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Indeed, as reported in the SSA's 2015 Annual Statistical...
A short review of SSDI eligibility requirements
This blog frequently how person in Ohio can receive Social Security Disability Insurance ("SSDI") benefits for a specific illness or injury. In this post, we want to step back a bit and review the general requirements for obtaining these very important benefits. These...