Suffering from physical impairments is not the only thing that could result in a disabling condition. In fact, many Florida residents suffer from medical conditions that are not physical. These conditions may or may not be visible; however, these conditions can be...
Month: June 2017
Living with a disability caused by a brain injury
Living with a disability caused y an accident comes with many challenges. For most individuals in this situation, it can be clear to others that you are physically injured. What about disabling injuries that cannot be seen? Some residents in Florida and elsewhere are...
What is the Compassionate Allowance program?
Receiving a diagnosis for a severe or terminal illness can be emotional, devastating, confusing and life altering. Residents in Florida and elsewhere are shocked by the news because they never thought they would be the one to suffer such a difficult and serious...
Overcoming denied SSD benefits and initiating the appeals process
Suffering an unexpected illness or injury can be difficult. For most residents in Florida, such a situation can present many challenges, especially if the injury or illness requires much medical attention and recovery time. As a result, these individuals are unable to...
Ways to address poverty among those living with disabilities
Whether you are born with a disability or acquired one later in life due to an injury, illness or medical condition, it is likely this disability is anything but easy. In fact, those living with disabilities sin Florida and elsewhere are frequently faced with...
What steps are necessary to apply for SSD and Medicare?
Many Florida residents are aware that the Social Security Administration offers specific programs for those living with disabilities. While Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income are designed to help those suffering from disabilities...
Proposed budget cuts for Social Security Disability in 2018
Living with a disability can be challenging. However, residents in Florida and other states can get help through government programs established by the Social Security Administration. Today, many Americans rely on these funds to meet their basic needs and overcome the...
Mental illness is most common debilitating condition in the U.S.
Disabilities are not always easily seen on the outside. Many individuals in Florida and elsewhere suffer from mental conditions that often go unnoticed by others. Nonetheless, a mental condition can be just as debilitating as physical impairments. And while...
Can applicants get help when applying for disability benefits?
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits for injury can be a difficult process to initiate. Even when individuals in Florida and other states recognize that they are suffering from a disability that is covered by SSD benefits and meets the SSA's definition of...