If you have cancer that negatively affects your ability to work and earn an income, you may qualify for disability benefits through the US Social Security Administration (SSA). Disability benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can offer the financial assistance you need to pay for food, housing, and other such essentials.
The SSA’s goal is to offer disability benefits strictly to those who need them due to an inability to work. You may thus wonder whether you can qualify for SSDI or other benefits if your cancer is in remission.