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Disability (SSDI)

17 FAQs Shown

  1. What are the eligibility requirements to get Social Security disability benefits?
  2. Can I return to work while getting Social Security disability benefits?
  3. How do Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments differ?
  4. If I get Social Security disability benefits and I reach full retirement age, will I then receive retirement benefits?
  5. How long does it take to get a decision after I apply for disability benefits?
  6. What are compassionate allowances?
  7. Is there a waiting period for Social Security disability benefits?
  8. Can children with disabilities get Social Security benefits?
  9. What is substantial gainful activity?
  10. If my federal student loan is discharged because I am disabled, will it affect my Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits?
  11. What is the Ticket To Work Program?
  12. Will my disability benefits be reduced if I get workers’ compensation or other public disability benefits?
  13. Can I qualify for Social Security disability benefits if I get veterans’ benefits?
  14. What are Social Security benefits for wounded warriors and how can I apply?
  15. How can I report my wages online if I am receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
  16. How do I apply for Social Security disability benefits?
  17. Can I get Social Security disability benefits for any months before I apply?

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