If a physical or mental disability is keeping you from working, you should know that you have options. The Social Security Administration (SSA) pays Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits to those who are disabled and unable to work. There are specific rules you must follow to apply, as well as deadlines to meet and paperwork …
In 2022, Social Security Disability (SSD), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Retirement recipients will see an increase in their monthly payments. A COLA or Cost-Of-Living Adjustment for Social Security disability and retirement recipients is in place for 2022. Based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI-W) from the third quarter of …
In August, the presidential administration announced they would be canceling out student loan debt for 323,000 disabled borrowers for a total of $5.8 billion dollars. The change will apply to borrowers who have been identified by the Social Security Administration (SSA) as disabled. The Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) discharge program allows student loan borrowers …
You can use the Social Security Administration’s free online services to request a new Social Security card if you’re only replacing the card and making no other changes. Requesting a replacement card is not available in all states. As of now, you cannot replace a card if you live in the following states, per the …
It is important to know, not everyone receives the same size disability check. The amount you receive is based on your average lifetime earnings. Calculating SSD Payments You may recall receiving a letter from the Social Security Administration around your birthday each year. This letter includes a summary of your lifetime earnings and your estimated …
