Many people in West Virginia struggle with clinical depression. For some, the symptoms can be so severe that they interfere with a person's ability to work. Individuals who are unable to work due to their depression might choose to file for Social Security disability...
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Month: December 2017
The three factors for widow or widower Social Security claims
Your spouse’s passing is a stressful time. Finding yourself in a position to have to plan for you future can be a daunting task. You want to make sure your financial situation is solid, but it can be tough to know where to begin. Determining your Social Security...
Housing crisis among disabled individuals
Many West Virginia residents apply for Social Security benefits when they find that they are no longer able to work due to a disability. Across the country, the rising costs of owning or renting a home are outpacing the government benefits received by disabled...
Does your diabetes qualify you for disability benefits?
Diabetes is a disease that affects many West Virginia residents. How this type of disease will affect its victim differs on a case-by-case basis, and for some, it is possible to manage symptoms and live a relatively normal life. For some, however, this is not...
Timelines vary for receiving Social Security Disability benefits
Disabilities can impose significant financial hardships on people in West Virginia. Although the process of applying for benefits and gaining approval takes time, the Social Security Administration does strive to make decisions in a timely manner.People who gain...
Pain is a factor in Social Security determinations
Many individuals living in West Virginia live with pain. It can sometimes be managed effectively, but in other cases, pain can interfere with a person's ability to hold a job. If the pain persists, applying for Social Security Disability benefits may be a good...
Mistakes after being denied Social Security Disability
West Virginia residents that have applied for SSI, or social security disability benefits, and have been denied should be careful to avoid making certain mistakes afterward. A denied claim does not have to be the final answer.One significant error to avoid is not...
Do I have to be out of work for a year before I can get SSDI benefits?
Many people think you have to be out of work for a year or more before you can apply for government disability benefits. That is not true.As long as you are not receiving benefits today, you can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance -- commonly called SSDI....