Alzheimer’s disease isn’t exclusively a condition that affects those 65 and over. Sometimes it strikes people earlier in life. Those who are diagnosed with the disease in their 40s or 50s are considered to have early-onset (or younger-onset) Alzheimer’s. People in...
When you filed for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you were asked to provide a lot of information – including information about the medical treatment you’ve received for your conditions. The only problem is that you have some gaps in your care. There were...
Many people don’t realize how much they rely on nerves for the body to function properly. When there’s damage to the nerves, the body may not work as it should. One condition that can occur with nerve damage is peripheral neuropathy. This condition can lead to pain...
Typically, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are only available to those with long-term and severe medical issues. Terminal illnesses and permanent injuries can qualify someone for SSDI benefits. Temporary medical issues, regardless of how severe,...
There is little question that mental health issues can be debilitating. Some people have such serious mental health concerns that they require hospitalization for them. Other people need ongoing therapy and may be unable to live independently or have a job because of...
Disabilities are more common in the United States than many people realize. The statistics for 2019, for instance, noted that roughly 13.2% of all Americans have a disability. This is not necessarily spread out evenly across all demographics. While it is certainly...
Spouses often split up household responsibilities unevenly. Rather than each spouse assuming half of the responsibility for everything, one may have more obligation to care for the children while the other is the primary breadwinner. Dependent spouses give up some of...
A person who is disabled and needs to get Social Security Disability Insurance benefits will likely need medical care. For some, not having coverage through an employer means they’ll struggle to get the care they need, especially since their income is limited now. For...
When the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines whether or not you're eligible for benefits based on your disability, the way that they frame this may be different than you would expect. They have a very strict definition of what does and does not count as a...
Social Security Disability (SSD) is a federal benefit designed to provide financial support for people with disabilities. While applying for SSD, it is important that you complete the paperwork as accurately as possible. Additionally, you need to provide supporting...