Mental illness qualifies a person to receive Social Security Disability benefits just as a physical disability does. What you have to show is that your mental illness is so severe that it keeps you from working for at least 12 months.
Social Security Disability: Maintaining Eligibility
How to Maintain Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits After Approved Social Security Disability (SSD) provides financial support to individuals who are unable to work due to a
Medicare Coverage
Medicare Coverage and Social Security If you are unable to work and need to apply for Social Security disability benefits you may have questions about when Medicare coverage will be available to
Medical Treatment After Disability Approval
The Crucial Link: Continuing Medical Treatment After Approval for Disability Benefits Receiving approval for disability benefits is a significant milestone for individuals facing health challenges
SSD Waiting Period Waived for Those with ALS.
Generally, if your application for Social Security Disability (SSD) is approved, you must wait five months after the onset date of your disability before you can receive your first SSD benefit
How Is a Disability Advocate Different From a Disability Lawyer?
If you are trying to get disability benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you probably have heard of disability lawyers, but you might not
Can I Get an Earlier SSD Hearing Date?
Hearings are scheduled by the Social Security hearing office in the order in which the request for hearing was filed. And so, it’s done strictly by dates. That's organized that way in order to
Do I Need A Lawyer For Social Security Disability In Pennsylvania?
While it is not legally required to have a lawyer for Social Security disability in Pennsylvania, having someone on your side to ensure you have the proper documentation may improve your chances of
How Long Do You Have to Work to Be Eligible for Social Security Disability?
How long do I have to work before I am eligible for disability? The length of time you need to have worked in order to qualify for disability will vary depending on your age. Suffering from an
