Although most working professionals in the United States contribute regularly to Social Security, very few people ever need disability benefits. Those who do often face a complicated application process. Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)...
Many people think of older adults when they think of Social Security benefits. After all, the vast majority of people who rely on payments from Social Security are retired adults receiving retirement benefits to supplement their pensions and personal savings. However,...
Migraines are one of the most common medical conditions in the world – and they can be quite debilitating. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) considers migraine to be one of the top 10 most disabling medical conditions anywhere – but does a migraine...
It may surprise you to learn that your age is a big consideration when you file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. While SSDI is designed to provide financial assistance to disabled workers of any age, the older you are, the easier it is to get...
Some people try to submit an application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits on their own, only to end up rejected. Mistakes in paperwork or inadequate medical documentation might result in a denied application. If the Social Security...
Millions of Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder that destroys brain cells. While Alzheimer’s disease mostly affects people over 65, it is not uncommon for younger people to suffer from the disease; a condition known as early...
Individuals applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) insurance benefits often have no other form of support available. Federal disability benefits help those who don't have private disability coverage and yet find themselves unable to work while they are still...
Each year, millions of Americans develop disabling conditions that prompt them to file for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Unfortunately, more than 60 percent of these applications end in denial. If your SSD claim is denied, you may consider appealing the...
Social Security Disability (SSD) can be an invaluable lifeline if you have suffered an injury or received a harrowing diagnosis that renders you unable to work. SSD benefits are awarded based on several factors, such as the applicant’s degree of need, and this means...
Whether you live in Indiana or another state, the eligibility requirements for Social Security disability are the same. Social Security disability is a federal program that consists of two types of benefits: SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security...
