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What You Need to Know if You're Unemployed and Eligible for Social Security Benefits

No one wants to risk losing their Social Security benefits, so many Americans applying for or receiving Social Security benefits, whether through ...
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September is International Deaf Awareness Month: How to Engage With The Deaf Community

Did you know that September is International Deaf Awareness Month? The month of September is considered an international celebration of the deaf ...
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How Your Work History Affects your SSDI Benefits Eligibility

Are you considering applying for Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits? You may want to assess your work history before doing so. ...
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Resources for People With Disabilities

Dealing with a disability is difficult under any circumstances; this stress is only exacerbated when financial concerns, family, and quality of life ...
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4 Eligibility Requirements for Survivor Benefits

If you were married to someone who is now deceased, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits. These benefits operate ...
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Does Social Security Cover Nursing Home Costs?

For many Americans approaching retirement age, it’s a very real worry: Will there be enough in Social Security to cover my needs? How can I get the ...
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Will My Social Security Benefits Continue During the Government Shutdown?

As the government shutdown wears on, many Americans who are on Social Security disability or retirement benefits are becoming increasingly worried. ...
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Can I Continue to Receive SSDI Outside of the U.S.?

While many people around the world continue to look toward America as the land of opportunity, others are considering making a temporary or even ...
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SSDI vs SSI: What's the Difference and For Which Do I Qualify?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) operates two programs that are aimed at providing assistance to disabled Americans. If you have a permanent ...
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Social Security’s Representative Payee Program: What You Should Know

You may have heard about the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) Representative Payee Program, but not know much about it yet, such as: What it ...
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How Much Money Do You Get When You Qualify for Disability in Florida?

One of the most frequently-asked (and important) questions many Floridians have about their disability benefits claim is “how much money will I get ...
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4 Most Common Mistakes Disability Applicants Make & How to Avoid Them

Filing for disability with the Social Security Administration (SSA) can be a massive burden for many. For the recently disabled, the challenges in ...
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