When Do Social Security Disability Benefits Stop?

When Do Social Security Disability Benefits Stop?

Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits stop when you become ineligible to receive them. But the Social Security Administration (SSA) has many standards for eligibility. If you become ineligible under any of these standards, your SSD benefits will end. Here is some information about the rules the SSA uses to determine when Social Security Disability benefits stop.

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What Are Functional Limitations & How Do They Affect Disability Benefits?

What Are Functional Limitations & How Do They Affect Disability Benefits?

As you work through the process of securing your Social Security disability benefits, you might run across the term “functional limitations.” Evidence of a physical, mental, or environmental limitation could help you secure benefits or win an appeal. Here is some information about what constitutes a limitation and how the Social Security Administration (SSA) uses evidence of these conditions.

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Medical-Vocational Allowances: An Alternative Path for Social Security Disability Benefits

Medical-Vocational Allowances: An Alternative Path for Social Security Disability Benefits

Filing for disability benefits can be a difficult process. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a strict list of criteria that applicants need to meet for their particular medical condition for the claim to be approved. These stringent standards leave tens of thousands of Americans who are struggling with disabilities without necessary support through government aid. The good news is there are options for those who don’t meet the standards of the SSA for disability benefits. To learn more about medical-vocational allowances, read on.

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Disability Benefits for Mental Disorders: Am I Eligible?

Disability Benefits for Mental Disorders: Am I Eligible?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides disability benefits for many different mental disorders. These disorders include congenital disorders, conditions resulting from physical or mental trauma, and degenerative disorders. Regardless of your specific disorder, the SSA determines eligibility for benefits based on the duration and severity of your symptoms. If your disorder renders you unable to work for at least one year, the SSA will probably find you to be eligible for disability benefits. Here is a quick guide to disability benefits for mental disorders and an overview of how the SSA determines eligibility.

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Two Misconceptions About Social Security Benefits

Two Misconceptions About Social Security Benefits

The Social Security Act of 1935 established a mechanism for providing annuity payments to retired workers 65 and older. This Act laid the foundation for the modern Social Security system. The original program supplemented a retiree’s existing nest egg by providing small benefits. Its intent was never to subsidize most of a person’s post-work life. Through the years programs have been added that assist low income and disabled individuals. Disabled individuals’ spouses and children and even the surviving relatives of deceased individuals can receive benefits. Add to that a sharp increase in benefit amounts, and Social Security has become the country’s largest social program. Proponents of the disability programs laud their contribution to the country’s well-being. Its critics, however, argue against both its perceived overpayments to the undeserving and its inconsistent claims approval process.

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Do You Know What Vision Problems Qualify for Disability Benefits?

Do You Know What Vision Problems Qualify for Disability Benefits?

Vision problems can affect both your physical and mental abilities to satisfy work requirements. You may struggle to perform basic administrative duties, such as reading communications or completing written tasks. This can make it nearly impossible for you to succeed at work. Your job could require reading product labels and related safety and care instructions, or the ability to drive a vehicle. Eye disabilities that impair these functions could make you a danger to yourself or others. Vision problems – and the resulting struggle through each workday – can also cause stress, anxiety, and depression. These mental hurdles can hinder your ability to focus on your work responsibilities.

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What You Need To Know About Residual Functional Capacity (RFC)

What You Need To Know About Residual Functional Capacity (RFC)

If you are unable to work due to a disability, the Social Security Administration (SSA) must know what work you are still capable of doing, physically and mentally. Therefore, if you are planning on submitting an application for Social Security Disability benefits, it is important to be familiar with the Residual Functional Capacity form (RFC). An RFC assessment is an evaluation to determine the limits of your work capacity despite your disability. Basically, what kind of work you can still complete, how much you can do, and for how long.

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Should I File for Unemployment or Social Security Disability?

Should I File for Unemployment or Social Security Disability?

We want to address these questions because there are very big differences between unemployment and social security disability. And with the recent rise in unemployment, we feel it’s important to understand why these are very different programs. However, it really comes down to your financial situation and health. Learn more about if you should be filing for unemployment or social security disability below.

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