What do i do.because i have 4 years back pay that i havnt ever even touched and she tells me i have very little left in my account and close to running out next month when I pay my rent and power bill

answered on Jan 24, 2023
It is perfectly reasonable for you to ask your representative payee how your money is being spent and how much you have in your bank account. Your representative payee is responsible for using your SSI benefits to pay for your needs including payment for food, shelter, clothes, medical care and... Read more »
I keep reading the social security website in the "Blue Book" as they refer to my understanding I do but at what level I don't know I'm a single mother I have been hurt since 2017 it is beyond me my son being able to live and I have no money coming in except child support and... Read more »

answered on Jan 4, 2023
Read 20 CFR 404.1520. which will give you a general overview of how Social Security evaluates disability. Social Security uses a five-step sequential evaluation process to decide whether or not a person is disabled. The "Blue Book" describes the listing level impairments at step 3. There... Read more »
A friend is currently homeless and has applied for SSI benefits in Tennessee. They have not been approved or denied. They wish to move to Iowa where I live. Will they need to start a new application process, or can they just notify the Social Security Office of a change of address?

answered on Aug 30, 2022
Your friend can just update her address with Social Security when she moves at either the local Social Security field office or by calling the national Social Security number at 1-800-772-1213. Since Social Security is a Federal program, it will carry over when she moves to a new state. There is no... Read more »
I applied for ssn on April 2021. i wasnt able to apply for stimulus on 2021 because of covid i never received my number? I was told by someone that i still can apply for the check. If so, am i supposed to file for last year's tax return as well?
thank you

answered on Aug 8, 2022
Most eligible people have already received all three of their Economic Impact Payments. However, you may still be able to file your 2020, 2021 taxes and claim a Recovery Rebate Credit. For more information, see https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments.
According to the... Read more »
I am wondering if there is anything else I can do. I applied many times already. And almost lost hope. I hope I can get help

answered on Jul 17, 2022
The best place to find out about the evidence requirements to obtain a Social Security number and card is at 20 CFR 422.107. See https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/cfr20/422/422-0107.htm. To obtain an original Social Security number card, you must submit convincing evidence of:
1. your age,... Read more »
I've had submitted an on-line application for SSDI, but it was declined because I "have not worked long enough under SS". Even though my SS statement says that I have 40 work credits necessary for benefits, they apparently looked only at the last 10 years of taxable income.... Read more »

answered on Jun 16, 2022
To be eligible for SSDI disability benefits, you must meet BOTH a recent work test and a duration work test. The number of credits necessary to meet the recent work test depends on your age. In general, the rules are as follows:
Before age 24 - You may qualify if you have 6 credits earned... Read more »

answered on May 22, 2022
There is no restriction about a beneficiary being married to the person who is their representative payee. In fact, Social Security prefers to appoint a responsible relative, friend, or other interested party to serve as a representative payee, then they consider others, such as an organization to... Read more »
Do we need to report the withdrawal to SSDI

answered on May 14, 2022
No, your wife would not lose her SSDI benefits if she withdraws from her 401k retirement. Since individual retirement plans have no effect on SSDI eligibility, your wife would not have to report 401k withdrawals to Social Security. She would report things such as her new address if she moves or a... Read more »

answered on Apr 27, 2022
Yes, it is usually better to hire an experienced disability attorney to help you with your SSDI claim because the administrative process can be complex. Social Security does not approve many cases at the initial level and many people have to appeal their claim. Data has shown that your chances of... Read more »

answered on Apr 20, 2022
Yes, you can do a some work and still get SSDI benefits. The Social Security encourages work activity and there are special program rules and work incentives that help you try to return to work while still receiving monthly disability payments. Impairment-related work expenses, items or services... Read more »
I have resided in a hotel for over four months and about 3 wks into our stay I presented the registration to the mhr of the hotel. I had to wait for an approval to bring them with me. On Monday got the ok. So 3months and 3 wks later the mgr come to us stating I could not have them and I will have... Read more »

answered on Apr 15, 2022
No, you cannot be charged a pet fee or pet cleaning fee for using a service animal. You are correct that the only fee that can be charged is for any damage caused by the service animal. You cannot be asked to remove your service animal unless it is out of control or is not housebroken. A service... Read more »

answered on Mar 30, 2022
I am sorry to hear about your grandson's severe injury. Loss of fingers can be quite limiting and may result in meeting the definition of disability. For adults, Social Security law defines disability as the inability to do any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically... Read more »
Owing the Social Security Administration a certain amount money, can you file bankruptcy if you cannot afford to pay that amount back?

answered on Mar 29, 2022
Yes, you can file for bankruptcy and list your Social Security overpayment as a debt. Both Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy have an automatic stay from recovery of any debt that arose before filing the bankruptcy petition, so Social Security will have to stop collection.... Read more »

answered on Feb 22, 2022
A good place to find out our Social Security number is by checking your old documents. Look at copies of your old tax returns. The Internal Revenue Service requires you include your Social Security number when you file your tax return. You could also look on old W-2s (prior to 2020), 1099s or other... Read more »
What if you own a small company but do not take any income from it. Does that count against your monthly earning limit?

answered on Feb 18, 2022
Social Security law defines disability as the inability to do any substantial gainful activity (SGA) by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected to result in death or which has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than... Read more »
She has epilepsy and is developmentally delayed due to brain abnormality. I get paid through In Home Support Services for her full time care. Since she will never be able to work as an adult, can she still get disability benefits?

answered on Feb 17, 2022
Your child may be eligible for Child SSI benefits now if your family meets income and resource limits. Even if your child isn't currently eligible for SSI due to too much income or resources, they may become eligible for SSI at age 18.
Also, the SSDI program pays benefits to adults who... Read more »
I'm in the medical field for 37 years. Diagnosed with Major depressive disorder. I've had a psychiatrist and psychologist. Health care is killing me mentally. What are my chances of getting disability? I have to use my intermittent leave on some occasions. I'm 58.

answered on Feb 9, 2022
Talk to an experienced disability attorney first. Most offer a free initial consultation and will be able to discuss the particular issues about your claim. You can then decide if you want to hire an attorney to represent you. A common arrangement is contingency fee where the attorney will get paid... Read more »
I've done elementary middle school and highschool here in Massachusetts it just doesn't feel right that i still don't have my social security number

answered on Jan 26, 2022
If you are a U.S. citizen, you can apply and get a Social Security number. For a foreign born U.S. citizen, Social Security will accept certain documents as proof of U.S. citizenship when you apply for a Social Security number, including:
- U.S. passport;
- Certificate of... Read more »
receptionist stated that service dog is only for the blind and deaf. What can I do?

answered on Jan 23, 2022
A dog who is a trained service animal is permitted access under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Examples of service animal work include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a... Read more »
I have a congenital heart condition which has required 2 surgeries already, a malformed hand from a birth defect, a knee which the doctor says will need surgery to fix and rebuild (I walk with a cane), and several diagnosed mental health conditions. As far as I can tell, the disability board only... Read more »

answered on Jan 23, 2022
Review the notice of decision that Social Security sent you to see what evidence they considered when making the decision. If there is missing evidence, make sure you let Social Security know what evidence they do not have. In fact, make sure that you inform Social Security of all medical sources... Read more »
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