What is a Representative Payee, and how do they help? A representative payee is a person or an organization appointed by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to manage Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or retirement benefits. A representative payee helps manage the benefit finances for individuals that have a disability (physical or mental limitations), seniors, or in some cases, children. It will help to understand what the SSA is and what benefits they administer. Read on to learn the role of the representative payee.
Read more →How To Apply For Social Security Disability With Cerebral Palsy Cerebral Palsy or CP describes a group of nervous system problems typically diagnosed at birth or soon after. The types of CP and impairments vary from person to person. Therefore social security benefits are not a given
Read more →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.
Read more →As anyone on Social Security Disability (SSDI) knows, it can be a challenge to make that money cover all living expenses. It’s not only important to make ends meet but try to make every dollar of your disability payment count. Luckily, there are a few money-management tips to help ease financial burdens. Developing these habits can make you feel more in control of your money.
Read more →Waiting for the decision on your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) application is a time- consuming process. Two years or more without a steady, substantial income has the potential for financial devastation. Making ends meet waiting for SSDI can be a challenging. Here are some tips how to manage money while waiting for SS benefits.
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