The short answer is yes, but the details depend on the type of disability benefits you receive. In many cases, it is possible to receive both alimony and disability benefits. However, the specific impact on your benefits depends on whether you’re receiving SSDI or SSI. While SSDI benefits remain unaffected by alimony, SSI payments can […]
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5 Steps of the Disability Evaluation Process
When applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, understanding the evaluation process is key. The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a structured five-step process to determine whether an individual qualifies for disability benefits. This process assesses your ability to work, the severity of your condition, and whether you can adapt to new work environments. […]
Understanding Social Security Disability Rules After Age 50
Individuals applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may see higher approval rates as they age. That’s because the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) rules change based on a number of factors, including age. Age and Disability Grid Rules To qualify for SSDI benefits regardless of age, you must have a medical condition that prevents you […]
Can You Get a Job While on Disability?
Social Security disability benefits are reserved for individuals with severe medical impairments who cannot perform work at a sufficient level to support everyday necessities. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses the term “substantial gainful activity” (SGA) to describe what a sufficient level of work looks like. What is Substantial Gainful Activity? Each year, the SSA […]
Colostomy Disability Benefits: A Guide to Understanding Eligibility
A colostomy is a medical procedure where an opening, called a stoma, is surgically created in the abdomen to allow waste to pass from the colon into a bag outside the body. This procedure is often required for individuals dealing with serious medical conditions like colon cancer, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease, or traumatic injury to the […]
How Is Disability Calculated? – Lump Sum & Monthly Payments
Before applying for Social Security Disability, many claimants question how much they will receive monthly and how disability benefits are calculated. In this post, we’ll walk you through the calculations the Social Security Administration (SSA) uses for their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) programs. How Are Disability Benefits Calculated? No […]
