When you have a disability that prevents you from being able to work, it can feel overwhelming trying to figure out how you’re going to pay your bills. Luckily, Social Security Disability (SSD) is intended to help those very individuals.  In order to receive SSD benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you must first…

When you are unable to work due to a disability, it can be overwhelming trying to imagine where you will get the money for basic needs. Luckily, Social Security Disability (SSD) is intended for such a situation. The Social Security Administration (SSA) helps those who qualify to receive SSD benefits. Therefore those who suffer from…

Learning that you have cancer is extremely overwhelming. With so many questions and fears running through your mind, it can be difficult to tell the floor from the ceiling, let alone to know what options you have for helping with your finances. When you’re focused on getting better, it can be very difficult to continue…

It’s been well established that Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can positively impact adults with disabilities who have limited or no income. What about children? Can children receive SSD benefits too? Children can qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if he or she is age 18 or younger or is under the age of 22…

Whether you bore witness to a violent crime, were deployed overseas in the military, or endured treatment for cancer, when you go through a traumatic experience, it can have a long-lasting effect on you.  Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, commonly referred to as “PTSD,” is a mental health condition that often manifests itself through uncontrollable thoughts about…

Collecting Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can help those who are unable to work due to a condition or disease. Therefore the last thing that individuals with disabilities would want is for these benefits to come to a screeching stop. However, it’s important to understand that under certain situations they’ll be terminated.   You Head Back…

When you develop a debilitating condition or you break your back and are unable to work, you can apply for and receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. But not every disability can be seen. Sometimes disabilities, such as schizophrenia, are “invisible.” So what happens if you have schizophrenia; can you receive SSD benefits? What is…

For millions of Americans, others can easily see their disabilities. This visibility helps others to understand why they receive the necessary accommodations. However, for millions of others, their disabilities cannot be seen, but are rather considered to be “invisible.” Millions Suffer from Invisible Illnesses If a disability cannot be seen just be looking at someone,…

Hearing the words, “you have cancer,” is devastating. With so many questions and concerns on your mind, the last thing you should also have to concern yourself with is how you will continue to work in order to make a living. While some individuals will only be off of work during the course of treatment,…