Once you've applied for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you can wait anywhere from 90 days to a year, only to find out that your claim has been denied. Statistics show that only about 30% of applicants are approved for benefits on their first application, so you're not alone in being denied. The good news is that you can file an appeal and still get your application approved. In order to appeal your denial, you must file a request for a reconsideration. You can complete the Request for Reconsideration and an Appeal Disability Report either online or at your local Social Security office. ......READ MORE

When someone becomes disabled, they he is enabled to apply for SSI, or Supplemental Security Income, through the office of the Social Security Administration. Different than Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), which is limited to those who have worked for a significant amount of time, SSI is reserved for those who don't have enough working hours to qualify for social security, or those who haven't made the minimum contributions. If you do qualify for this federal safety net program, you'll receive a monthly benefit check to help assure your financial stability. You may also qualify......READ MORE

Caring for a child is a very rewarding and important job, however it is never simple, especially if the child is disabled. In the United States a parent or caregiver of a disabled child that meets Social Security's definition of disability for children may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments if their income or resources fall within the eligibility limits. Local Social Security office can provide information on the amount of SSI payment, which differs from state to state. SSI payments are limited to $30 per month when a child is in a medical facility paid for by health......READ MORE

Caring for a child is a very rewarding and important job, however it is never simple, especially if the child is disabled. In the United States a parent or caregiver of a disabled child that meets Social Security's definition of disability for children may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments if their income or resources fall within the eligibility limits. Local Social Security office can provide information on the amount of SSI payment, which differs from state to state. SSI payments are limited to $30 per month when a child is in a medical facility paid for by health......READ MORE

Submitting a claim for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits can be extremely stressful and time-consuming, especially if you're dealing with any serious medical conditions. Hiring an experienced disability lawyer to submit your claim for SSI benefits can increase the likelihood of your case being approved. It can also make the process less stressful. Deciding whether to hire an attorney is a serious matter. An attorney will charge as much as a quarter of your initial benefits payment, whether you pay in advance or on a contingency basis (the most common arrangement). But, you'll......READ MORE

To receive federal SSI (Supplemental Security Income) disability benefits, a child must be legally blind or physically disabled. The Social Security system considers a "child" to be a person younger than 18 or someone who is under age 22 and a full-time student. The parents of a child with a disability may apply for SSI benefits at any time once the child becomes disabled (even at birth) because there is no minimum age requirement for qualification. Once a child's application has been approved, the child will qualify for Medicaid coverage of medical bills in addition to receiving a monthly......READ MORE

If you have a serious health impairment, are unable to maintain gainful employment and have extremely limited financial resources, you may qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. If you qualify, you'll receive a monthly benefit check to supplement your income. Applying for SSI requires gathering and submitting a significant amount of information to establish your medical condition, as well as your financial situation. It can take a year or more to get a determination from SSI, so it's important to submit your application with as much documentation as possible to......READ MORE

To receive federal SSI (Supplemental Security Income) disability benefits, a child must be legally blind or physically disabled. The Social Security system considers a "child" to be a person younger than 18 or someone who is under age 22 and a full-time student. The parents of a child with a disability may apply for SSI benefits at any time once the child becomes disabled (even at birth) because there is no minimum age requirement for qualification. Once a child's application has been approved, the child will qualify for Medicaid coverage of medical bills in addition to receiving a monthly......READ MORE

Submitting a claim for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits can be extremely stressful and time-consuming, especially if you're dealing with any serious medical conditions. Hiring an experienced disability lawyer to submit your claim for SSI benefits can increase the likelihood of your case being approved. It can also make the process less stressful. Deciding whether to hire an attorney is a serious matter. An attorney will charge as much as a quarter of your initial benefits payment, whether you pay in advance or on a contingency basis (the most common arrangement). But, you'll......READ MORE

President Franklin D. Roosevelt had told Congress the previous year that he intended to provide a program for Social Security. He created a committee to study the issue of economic security and to make recommendations on which to base legislation to be considered by Congress. This new Act created "a social insurance program designed to pay retired workers age 65 or older a continuing income," according to the Social Security Administration's pamphlet "Social Security: A Brief History." Disability benefits“an important mainstay of the program today and championed by Illinois Social Security......READ MORE