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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

Sheridan (not verified)
Sun, 04/03/2016 - 04:14 Permalink

Hi,
Just wondering, I've been working for the past 16 years with the same company. I unfortunently was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer, mastectomy, chemo, which was brutal then radiation. I still worked most of this time! My position has caused me to push, pull and twist heavy residents. Now I've been told I'm lazy and wearing all the young ones out. This has caused huge stress to me, my self confidence has gone, my ability to work through the stress has given me lymphodema to my right arm, I feel like I have a foot ball under my arm, I wake up every night in pain and having anxiety attacks, my arm swells. I cry everyday not knowing what to do, or what my future holds, I'm now using my long service leave. If anyone can help me I'd be grateful.

Bryan

In reply to by Sheridan (not verified)

Mon, 04/04/2016 - 12:48 Permalink

Hi Sheridan,
That sounds terrible. I'm sorry that you're in such a situation.
I would definitely apply for benefits, you may qualify for SSDI based off your work history. It might also be a good idea to reach out to a disability lawyer or advocate, if you fill out the evaluation on the left of this page we can have one reach out to you. You can also find the evaluation here :
http://www.disability-benefits-help.org/form/free-disability-evaluation

Rita (not verified)
Tue, 04/05/2016 - 20:17 Permalink

I am on SSD right now but I recently turned 65. Do I have to re apply for SSD ? Or does social security notify me of income

Bryan

In reply to by Rita (not verified)

Wed, 04/06/2016 - 11:53 Permalink

Hi Rita,
SSDI benefits automatically convert to retirement benefits when you reach full retirement age.

Jennifer (not verified)
Thu, 04/07/2016 - 19:13 Permalink

I have Narcolepsy/Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and was officially diagnosed in 2012. I've searched for Narcolepsy under the disabling conditions with no results. I have worked since before I was even old enough to work so I have plenty of credits paid in to Social Security and FICA. I also have high cholesterol, corporal tunnel as well as hypothyroidism. I'm so Severely tired every day that I'm on 30 mg of adderall 3 times per day to wake me up and I'm also on a federally regulated sleep medication to help with better quality sleep where it allows me to go through all the sleep cycles instead of just REM sleep. Even with the stimulants, I still get extremely tired at different times during the day to where I can't think of anything thing else but sleep. Along with many other effects of Narcolepsy, I cannot stay focused on one thing but for a few minutes then I wander off to other things just to get sidetracked a million other times. I'm really hoping I can get disability benefits to help because we can't even afford our health care right now since I got let go from my job a few years ago. The last few years we've just been barely getting by but things have gotten worse and I've been off most of my meds for a month already.

Deanna

In reply to by Jennifer (not verified)

Fri, 04/08/2016 - 09:37 Permalink

Hi Jennifer,
I am very sorry to hear that. What I can tell you now is that it will be very challenging to qualify for SSD benefits when you are not taking your prescribed medication. You will need to go back on the medication your doctors have given you and prove that you are still experiencing symptoms that keep you from working. I would not recommend applying until you are back on your meds for a couple of months.

Bryan

In reply to by Richard (not verified)

Thu, 07/14/2016 - 09:38 Permalink

Hi Richard,
That's great! If it's to treat a condition that you are receiving benefits for, or if you'd like to apply, you may be maintaining your eligibility for benefits.

Richard (not verified)

In reply to by Bryan

Sat, 07/16/2016 - 06:55 Permalink

I'm not received any benefits. Honestly I would prefer to keep working. But it's difficult because the seizure medication is not quite right. I feel like I've been put out to pasture. My regular provider only wants to see me every three months. The nerve doctor does not return my calls. Im prescribed adivan. But told not to take it unless really needed. My best guide has been my physical therapist for my knee.

Jessica (not verified)
Wed, 04/13/2016 - 02:27 Permalink

I received ssd after being diagnosed with psuedo tumor and depression after about 3 years I thought I would be able to work since I was not feeling depressed I would still get head ache but I was able to manage them well two years later my depression is back ihavestop working due to my headaches and vision loss and memory loss associated with the psuedo tumor I already loss vision in my left eye now my right is damaged this I think this what's making me depressed I'm now on medication to help with headaches do I need to reapply and can i receive benefits while they determine my case

Tanya (not verified)
Wed, 04/13/2016 - 07:21 Permalink

I am a 53 years old woman. I have been suffering with the pain caused by herniated disc in the last at least 16 years. There is rarely any day I don't have to deal with the pain. I have been pushing myself, but the pain is unbearable since I am getting older.

If I sit more than 15 minutes, I will have a very hard time to stand up, my left leg and foot are too painful to carry my weights. The back pain also causes the stiffness of my shoulders that I always feel like I am carrying hundred of pounds on them. The fact is I cannot carry even a gallon of milk. If I do, I will pay for that careless action dearly. I cannot function daily without taking the Alive pills (e.g putting on my trousers is a challenge). These pills are to help to numb the pain at least a few hours a day.

I have been seeing doctors about this pain and my primary care physician only shook her head when she saw the result of the MRI. She recommended me to surgeon, but I did not have the surgery due to the consultation with the surgeon: 50/50 the surgery might help or might not, and there is a chance that I can be paralyze after the surgery.

I am still working. I was granted with the remote work because of my back pain and the danger I might cause other drivers if I drive (my doctor sent the request to my employment). However, with the pain I am having now, it is a huge challenge to concentrate and to focus to perform my responsibilities.

With all of the details above, do I have a chance to apply for disability?

Bryan

In reply to by Tanya (not verified)

Wed, 04/13/2016 - 09:20 Permalink

Hi Tanya,
Yes, you can definitely apply for disability. I would not be able to say if you would be approved, but you seem to be dealing with a debilitating condition that is affecting your life. The SSA denies most of the initial claims that they receive, so you may want to reach out to a lawyer for some more guidance through this process. If you fill out the form in the link below, we can have a lawyer or disability advocate reach out to you:
http://www.disability-benefits-help.org/form/free-disability-evaluation

Tanya (not verified)

In reply to by Bryan

Wed, 04/13/2016 - 12:34 Permalink

Bryan - Thanks very much for the prompt response and info. I will fill out the from in the link that you provided.

#1granmaw (not verified)
Fri, 04/15/2016 - 21:15 Permalink

I was diagnosied with depression an ra i have Liver deseise an copd can i get ssi

Dan M (not verified)
Mon, 04/18/2016 - 16:04 Permalink

I was involved in a head on collision both going 70mph.This happened in Feb of 2015. The other party was at fault and had the minimum insurance coverage. Most of my issues have been resolved but by back was broken in the lower L regions. I have been getting injections very painful they have to put in 8 different needles to inject steroid. It helps but only works for about 3 weeks. I am also on a high dosage of oxycodone to help with pain. They are now going to input a spinal cord stimulation device. It will get rid of approximately 60% of my pain. I cannot currently stand,walk or sit for any length of time. I am 61 in August. I will probably have to retire but I dont know if there are any options .

Deanna

In reply to by Dan M (not verified)

Tue, 04/26/2016 - 13:38 Permalink

Hi Dan,
I am sorry to hear that. I would recommend asking your doctor to fill out an RFC. This is a form that discusses how much (or how little) physical activity you are able to do.

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