Do I Qualify?

Submitted by Deanna on

I was just wondering if i were to qualify for social Security. I have Cerebal Palsey and epilepsy seziures. I recently turned 18 and my parents said i was able to collect social security since i was diagnosis at the age of 3. But they never did because they were my parents. But now since im growing up i think it would really help me out. I'm the only one in my family to have a disability with sezuires and epilepsy seziures. This is all new to my parents and I so i would very much appreciate the help. Please and thank you!

-Kathryn

Brittney (not verified)
Sun, 07/24/2016 - 19:51 Permalink

Would you know if I would be able to get social security disability, because of several reasons. 1. I was born with a diability, I was born with microtia which means my right ear not developed like it should have been, I have had many surgeries to form it almost to a perfect ear. 2. I have type 1 diabetes which means my blood sugar is always high and I take two medications for it. 3. I have hyperthyroidism which means my thyroid count is high and i have to take medication for that too. 4. I have pancreatitis which means my pancreas inflames and when it does I am in constant pain. I have already been hospitalized for it and was there for a week. 5. I have depresion and it causes me not to wanna do anything and i have very low motivation to want to do anything. I take meds for this too. 6. I have bipolar disorder which means i have trouble being in good mood. I have many mood swings and sometimes suicidal thoughts and i take meds for this. Called lithium. Which also makes it hard for me to get along with people and or bosses. 7. I have migrains that the dr diagnosed me with and i take strong meds for it cause if i dont i am down and out all day till it goes away. I have to be in a dark room, no lite or sound and its got to be cold in the room too. I also throw up it gets that bad. I even pass out from it. 8. I have back problems too. I fel at my furst job and got badly hurt and in the winter my back is always in pain. 9. I have knee problems too. I have had 1 knee surgury for staff and i may have to have another one soon from another fall at a diferent job. 10. I have stomach ulcers and acid reflucs wich makes it hard for me too eat certain things and when they act out it makes it hard for me to get out and injoy life. I also have a learning disability wich makes it hard for me to learn new this and to pay atention and do what im suposed to do. I get engerd alot and it takes me a long time to get beter. So can you tell me if i can or not. Im not lying about none of this.

Bryan

In reply to by Brittney (not verified)

Mon, 07/25/2016 - 15:13 Permalink

Hi Brittney,
That sounds like a lot to deal with! You may be eligible for benefits based on your conditions, but many people are rejected after their initial application. It may be a good idea to speak with a disability advocate or attorney, and if you fill out the form on the left, we can have one reach out to you.

Angelique (not verified)
Thu, 08/11/2016 - 17:20 Permalink

I work for a company 3 days and got injured I fell over liquid on floor doctor says I need therapy am I eligible for disability

Bryan

In reply to by Angelique (not verified)

Mon, 08/15/2016 - 11:25 Permalink

Hi Angelique,
I wouldn't be able to say for sure, but if you're unable to work from your experience of falling over liquid on the floor, then yes, you may be eligible for benefits.

Kaytlynn (not verified)
Sat, 09/10/2016 - 11:56 Permalink

I was wondering if I would be qualified for disability I am a 16 year old girl in need of a hip replacement and I was also wondering how much would I get for it

Bryan

In reply to by Kaytlynn (not verified)

Mon, 09/12/2016 - 15:12 Permalink

Hi Kaytlynn,
You may be eligible for benefits based on your condition, however I would not be able to say how much as I am not qualified to make that assessment. It may be a good idea for you and your parents to contact a disability advocate or attorney in this case, if you fill out the form on the left we can have one contact your parents regarding this.

Mandi (not verified)
Tue, 09/13/2016 - 23:41 Permalink

I am 36, and have been experiencing severe depression with episodes of me lacking focus or concentration and it does affect my job. I am a medical assistant. I haven't been eating well for almost 3 months and have been losing weight. I have no interest in anything physical, sexual, or even have a desire for any sort of attention or affection from my husband. I have experienced a lot of verbal abuse at my jobs and it has really only increased my issue with depression as well as anxiety. I have a history of panic attacks and when they happen at work, I completely shut down. I've been this way for most of my life, but in the last several years it has increasingly got worse. I have occipital neuralgia, a bulging disk in my neck, mild chiari malformation, and severe debilitating migraines. I know I am young, but with theses issues, doing my job has become difficult. Would I qualify for disability.

Helen (not verified)
Wed, 09/14/2016 - 14:14 Permalink

Hello, I am 60 years old. Since I was 22 I suffered from depression and anxiety. I have seen pyshciatrists over the years and all have diagnosed me with major depression disorder. I also suffer from diabetes type II, fibromyalgia. I am presently not working and don't know how I could ever return/ Could I be eligible?

Debbie (not verified)
Sat, 10/01/2016 - 21:23 Permalink

Hi I had to stop working in July 2016 because of hip pain not able to walk to well. Still not able to walk well even after being off. I'm 60 no insurance and go to a free clinic for care. Finally got a xray, severe osteoarthritis and narrowing meaning bone on bone. Would this qualify for ssd? Thanks

Anonymous (not verified)
Sun, 10/02/2016 - 23:02 Permalink

I am 51 suffer from PTSD RLS and syatica. I have applied for both SSDI and SSI. # attempted suicides anxiaty depression. I've had over 40 jobs and have been fired many times. Had my mental exam thru Social Security after a first denial. I have an attorney. Do you think I will be approved?

Bryan

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

Mon, 10/03/2016 - 10:18 Permalink

Hi there,
We really could not say as it would depend on your individual case, and we do not have any particular details about your case.

Maria (not verified)
Mon, 10/03/2016 - 13:54 Permalink

I had a stroke in 2013. I am working still but get tired often . Energy level is just not there. I am going to be 63 early next year what are the chances of me getting social security benefits so my medical is covered.

Bryan

In reply to by Maria (not verified)

Mon, 10/03/2016 - 15:42 Permalink

Hi Maria,
You may qualify for disability benefits, it may be a good idea to contact a disability advocate or attorney, they can help you apply by helping to ensure that your paperwork is correct and can help you appeal the SSA's decision if it is not favorable. We can have one reach out to you if you fill out this form here:
http://www.disability-benefits-help.org/form/free-disability-evaluation

Anonymous (not verified)
Tue, 10/04/2016 - 10:41 Permalink

I have chronic migraines, fibromyalgia, degenerative discs in my neck, barrett's esophagus, along with COPD and acid reflux. Each medication I take has an interaction with the other ones I take. I have a 40 hour job that is physically demanding and come home crying in pain on the days that I actually make it to work. I am not sure how much longer I will be able to keep my job but I can't afford to have no income. I make a little over $500.00 a week when I do make it all 40 hours. I am also trying to raise my 8 year old granddaughter.

Bryan

In reply to by Anonymous (not verified)

Tue, 10/04/2016 - 11:27 Permalink

Hi there,
You may qualify for disability benefits, it may be a good idea to contact a disability advocate or attorney, they can help you apply by helping to ensure that your paperwork is correct and can help you appeal the SSA's decision if it is not favorable. We can have one reach out to you if you fill out this form here:
http://www.disability-benefits-help.org/form/free-disability-evaluation

Anonymous (not verified)
Tue, 10/18/2016 - 19:31 Permalink

I am 44 years old and have suffered with migraines for about 15 years but they have gotten to the point that I can no longer manage them. I have been seeing a neurologist for about 5 months n tried several different medications n nothing has work. I have been out of work for almost 4 months. 90 days on short term disability but that has run out. I have had people tell me to apply to SSI but unsure if I am able to qualify. Please help!!

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