Social Security disability benefits may be essential for recipients' daily expenses. However, over one million claimants are awaiting a hearing to determine whether they meet eligibility requirements.This wait is sadly unnecessary. Most SSD claims are initially...
Month: September 2017
Social Security Administration has program for dementia sufferers
While getting older is of course inevitable, some elderly citizens are unfortunately afflicted with severe maladies. These sicknesses range from severe physical issues to debilitating mental conditions such as dementia. For those suffer dementia, maintaining a grasp...
Seeking disability benefits for a mental condition
Not all disabilities are obvious and physical. Many individuals in Florida suffer from mental conditions, causing as almost invisible disability in some cases. Whether or not it is obvious that a person is suffering from a disability, this does not determine if that...
Helping those in need seek SSD after a serious illness diagnosis
We do many things to better our health. Whether it is working out, eating healthy or going to the doctor for check-ups and treatment, we take these steps to avoid health issues. While these are excellent steps to implement in life, taking these measures does not...
How can SSD benefits help children with special needs?
Caring for a child with special needs can be costly. Whether a child was diagnosed with a disability at birth or acquired during childhood, this situation is not only challenging for the child, but also their family. It is likely that accommodations will be required...
SSA news: conditions added to Compassionate Allowances program
Hearing from a medical professional that you are diagnosed with a serious medical condition is life-altering news. Suddenly, your world pauses and you think about what this really means. Is there a cure? What medical procedures will I need to undergo? Will I be able...
Inheritances could impact SSI eligibility
Whether it is because of an injury or an illness, living with a disability can be extremely challenging for individuals and families in Florida and elsewhere. Social Security disability can become very vital in these, being the only way an individual can meet his or...
Do disability benefits impact the numbers in the workforce?
Suffering an injury is an unexpected event. In is also an event that could significantly alter the life of an accident victim in Florida and elsewhere. And just like individuals do not anticipate being injured in an automobile or work accident, individuals are not...
Homeless women face issues when it comes to disability benefits
When we picture people with disabilities in Florida and nationwide, we typically think of people in wheelchairs or those requiring in-home care to get through the day. While these are examples of individuals living with disabilities, this doesn't fully capture this...