In most cases, you cannot collect Social Security retirement and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) simultaneously in 2025. You may, however, qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you meet the strict financial criteria while drawing either Social Security retirement or SSDI benefits. A Pittsburgh social security disability lawyer can help.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) created the SSDI program to bridge the gap between when...Can You Collect Social Security Retirement and Disability at the Same Time?
Updated March 17, 2025
In most cases, you cannot collect Social Security retirement and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) simultaneously in 2025. You may, however, qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you meet the strict financial criteria while drawing either Social Security retirement or SSDI benefits. A Pittsburgh social security disability lawyer can help.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) created the SSDI program to bridge the gap between when...
In most cases, you cannot collect Social Security retirement and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) simultaneously in 2025. You may, however, qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you meet the strict financial criteria while drawing either Social Security retirement or SSDI benefits. A Pittsburgh social security disability lawyer can help.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) created the SSDI program to bridge the gap between when...
In general, a person is considered disabled by the Social Security Administration (SSA) when they can no longer earn a living because of a medical condition that has lasted - or is expected to last - a year or more. Only people with permanent or long-lasting impairments qualify for disability benefits. Terminal illnesses also qualify.
To determine if you meet the definition of disability, the SSA will look at medical evidence to prove you meet the criteria...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), three of the most common physical disabilities that affect people include arthritis, heart disease, and respiratory disorders.
About one in four Americans lives with a disability, managing a condition that either limits or completely prevents their capacity for work. A lack of income only adds to the stress of living with a disability.
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When applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, there is an upper limit on how much income you can earn. As of 2024, the limit for disability applicants who are not blind is $1,550, while blind applicants can make up to $2,590 and still receive benefits.
However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) wants to encourage people to return to work when possible and has programs in place that allow them to earn money while receiving disability...
Two different Social Security programs pay benefits to people with disabilities: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). If you are considering accepting financial assistance from friends or family, it may affect your SSI eligibility. Financial assistance can disqualify you for SSI benefits, but not SSDI benefits. Generally, cash gifts reduce your SSI eligibility dollar for dollar.
Before you accept a financial...