Does mental illness qualify someone to receive SSD?

The Social Security disability process can be frustrating because it can take so long to get through all the stages. But much of that frustration stems from not knowing what to expect. The

SSA Proposes Change to SSI Benefits: Excluding Food from Calculations The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently proposed a change to the way Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits are

What if my Disability Improves After I am Awarded SSD Benefits? Disability benefits are a crucial lifeline for individuals who are unable to work due to a disability or medical condition. These

If you've applied for Social Security Disability, you've taken the first important step towards getting help. SSD is an insurance program for individuals whose disabilities prevent them from holding a

You cannot receive a full SSI benefit and a full SSD benefit for the same month. The amount you receive will be the higher of the two amounts even though when Social Security calculates it, you may

No, you do not need an attorney for a Social Security disability appeal. You can file and go through the process alone without outside help. We do not recommend that you do this. There are multiple

You cannot invest Social Security Disability payments in a Roth IRA. However, you can continue to work part-time and invest your earned income while still receiving benefits.  Individuals Who

You might get back pay from Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, depending on the circumstances of your disability case. Back pay provides compensation for any money