Social Security Disability

Bipolar Disorder and Social Security Disability

There is a common misconception that bipolar disorder is a rare condition, but this is not the case. The effects of bipolar disorder are widespread, as nearly 5.7 million Americans suffer from bipolar disorder annually. Bipolar disorder, also known as…

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SSDI: Can I Receive Social Security Benefits for a Mental Illness?

If a mental disorder prevents you from working, you may be eligible to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. To qualify for either of these programs, you should be able to prove that your…

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How to prepare for a Social Security Disability hearing

Filing for Social Security Disability can be daunting, but if prepared, you will be able to handle the questions posed at the hearing. The hearing will come in front of an Administrative Law judge and can be lengthy. Preparation is…

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How Can You Help Your Adult Autistic Child File For Disability?

Supplemental Security Income benefits are designed to provide an income to severely disabled children and adults with very limited financial resources. However, since the income of the entire family is considered when determining a child’s financial eligibility for the program,…

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SSDI: Can I Work While Receiving Disability Benefits?

If you are disabled, but still wish to work, there are certain ways the Social Security disability benefits program allows for disabled individuals to work while continuing to receive Social Security disability benefits, which may benefit you. Additionally, if qualified, you…

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Will SSI or SSDI benefits be taxed?

  Tax season is one of the most dreaded times of the year for many Philadelphia residents. It can be stressful and emotionally draining to prepare a tax return, particularly when unique circumstances are present. One such unique circumstance comes…

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How long does it take before disability benefits are approved?

  When Philadelphia residents are facing difficult circumstances, it is vital that they receive the assistance they need as soon as possible. Each day, week and month without that assistance can make the situation even worse. This is certainly true…

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Applying For Social Security Disability If You Have Cancer

If you have been diagnosed with cancer, you understandably might be overwhelmed with anxiety and fear about the future. The potentially life-threatening nature of a cancer diagnosis and the rigors of fighting the disease and coping with treatment side effects…

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How do living arrangement affect SSI benefits?

  When disabled individuals are unable to meet their financial needs, they can qualify for a variety of social programs. Supplemental Security Income is one of those programs. SSI benefits can help individuals with few assets receive some monthly income…

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Social Security disability benefits for those with asthma

  Many Pennsylvania residents live with debilitating illnesses. In some cases, these illnesses can be managed and individuals can live a relatively normal life. However, some individuals have such a severe illness that it becomes impossible for the person to…

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