Interested in applying for Social Security disability – or want to know more about these benefits? We answer your questions about both federal disability programs, including how to apply, eligibility requirements, monthly pay amounts, claim-processing times and more.
Disability Back Pay: How the SSA Awards Lump-Sum Disability Back Pay
Are you entitled to back pay for disability benefits such as SSI and SSDI? Understanding …
Disability Hearing: How to Prove You Can’t Work When Applying for Disability Benefits
If you’re too disabled to keep working full-time, you want to make sure you understand …
Is It Better To Retire Or Go On Disability? Social Security Disability vs Retirement
A reader wrote in to let us know he’d been turned down for Social Security …
Can You Get Disability for Bipolar Disorder?
Nearly 50 million Americans suffer from mental health conditions, which can range from mild to …
SSD Benefits Application Timeline: What to Expect
Navigating the process of disability benefits approval can be daunting, and understanding the average time …
Reapply vs. Appeal: When Should You Reapply for Disability?
So, the Social Security Administration (SSA) denied your disability claim. Rest assured, you’re not alone. …
Appeal Your SSDI Denial: How to Appeal After Your Social Security Disability Denial
Being approved for SSDI can be a herculean task, and denials are common. If the …
How Do I Apply for SSDI Benefits? 8 Tips to Apply for Social Security Disability
SSDI, or “Social Security Disability Insurance” is a program that pays out a monthly living …
Working While Disabled: Will I Lose My Disability if I Work Part Time?
Being awarded Social Security payments, either Social Security Supplemental Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income …
SSI Disability vs. Social Security Disability Benefits: What’s the Difference Between SSI and SSDI?
Confused about the differences between SSI disability and Social Security disability benefits? You’re not alone! …