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Our family could use income in this economy. But I now have many health problems. Do I qualify because I'm not working?
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
To qualify for disability benefits, you need to have a disability that prevents you from working and earning a substantial income. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has specific criteria that must be met to be eligible for disability benefits.
In general, to be eligible for Social... View More 
Our family could use income in this economy. But I now have many health problems. Do I qualify because I'm not working?
answered on Feb 16, 2023
You need to contact an attorney that focuses on social security disability claims. Whether or not you qualify for these benefits is a fact-specific analysis. You will likely also need to gather medical documentation to show that you are not able to work due to your health issues in order to... View More
Eighty year old mother has been newly diagnosed with muscular distrophy. She is currently collecting social security in retirement (worked until age 75). Is she eligible for Social Security Disability and, if so, does Social Security Disability pay for an assisted living facility or a nursing... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2020
Social Security Disability (SSD) gets replaced by normal social security at retirement around age 65. So your mother will not qualify for SSD.
Your mother likely qualifies for Medicare. If so, they will pay some or all of the costs of assisted living.
Talk to your state benefits... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2020
How to track this down depends on what what type of funds you believe were left to you. For example, life insurance proceeds are transferred in a different manner than cash in a bank account. If you believe there may be social security dependent benefits owed to you, you may want to go to your... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2020
Your state should have an office of Adult Protection Services. Call the local police and ask for the phone number. Adult protection services will investigate your situation.
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answered on Feb 24, 2020
No. Some people receive significant Social Security retirement or disability benefits that may be enough alone to not qualify as indigent depending on the overall facts of the case.
answered on Aug 8, 2019
It is possible to apply for a new social security number. One ground to qualify may be if there is a situation of harassment, abuse or life endangerment. You need to complete an application with your local Social Security office and apply in person at your local Social Security office. The... View More
How can I prove my U.S citizenship when I have no birth certificate, SSN, school records, And even medical and dental records?
Because I am 17 years old. And I plan on going to job corps for awhile... I need a birth certificate and a SSN... (Kinda rushed on time... SOOO I kinda wrote this... View More
answered on Jul 14, 2016
Hello,
This matter is better handled privately, there is a possibility for a FOIA in your situation. Consult with an immigration attorney in private to handle this problem. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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