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Working While Disabled

There is a trial work period during which Social Security Disability recipients can make more than the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) amounts without losing disability benefits. SGA amounts are currently set at $1010 per month for most SSDI recipients and $1690 per month for those who are blind. During a trial work period, you are […]

Extended Period of Eligibility (EPE)

There is a trial work period during which Social Security Disability recipients can make more than the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) amount without losing disability benefits. SGA amounts are currently set at $1010 per month for most SSDI recipients and $1690 per month for those who are blind. During a trial work period, you are […]

Reinstatement of Social Security Disability Benefits

There are various ways you can lose your Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. The most obvious way, of course, is by recovering your health and going back to work. The Social Security Administration offers these incentives to help make this happy ending a likelihood: Trial Work Period During a trial work period, you are allowed […]

Blindness and Social Security Disability

Although it often causes hardship to victims and families alike, blindness can be much easier to cope with than it used to be. Organizations such as the American Council of the Blind (ACB) offer newsletters and plenty of information about how to cope with blindness. The ACB and other organizations provide information on vocational training, […]

Blindness and Social Security Disability

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Cessation or Loss of Social Security Disability Benefits

As many Social Security Disability Insurance recipients learn, being awarded SSDI benefits is only the beginning because benefits can be lost just as easily as they are awarded. How Can I Lose My Social Security Benefits? The most obvious way, of course, is by recovering your health and going back to work. Should this happen […]

Social Security Benefits Planner

A Great Tool for SSDI Applicants and Everyone The Social Security Benefits Planner is a great tool for anyone applying for or already receiving Social Security Disability benefits. It’s also a helpful tool for anyone wanting to understand more about Social Security retirement or disability protection while planning for the future. The Benefits Planner comes […]

Security Disability Conditions – Special Senses and Speech

Hearing Loss

Social Security Disability Conditions – Special Senses and Speech

Social Security Disability Conditions – Special Senses and Speech

Speech Disorders Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI or SSD) Is a payroll-funded program to supplement the income of those unable to work due to disability. General Qualifications for SSD Eligibility For you to be eligible for SSD, your disability must last for at least a year or be terminal. You must also be under age […]