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

Juanita west (not verified)
Tue, 04/26/2016 - 01:58 Permalink

Hi I had a tripple authroddessi which I'm left with 3_screws in my foot will I be eligible for ssi payments

Deanna

In reply to by Juanita west (not verified)

Tue, 04/26/2016 - 13:39 Permalink

Hi Juanita,
It is hard to say. Usually, a foot problem will not qualify for disability benefits. You would need to be able to prove that you are completely unable to preform any jobs that you are qualified for. If you are ONLY qualified for jobs where you stand, you could potentially be approved, but again, it's unlikely.

Kelly Martinez (not verified)
Tue, 04/26/2016 - 19:26 Permalink

I was wondering before i go through the process of making doctors appointments (that i cant pay for) to fill out paperwork if i would even be approved. I have had migraines since I was 6 and in high school they became more frequent to everyday I have basically gone through every treatment possible since they can figure out what is causing them. To add to that around Oct 2015 I was diagnosed Rheumatoid arthritis. Is has hit me like a whirlwind with severe joint pain and bad tension headaches adding on top of my migraine pain. It took me 6 months to get into the specialist and have been on the "starter" meds methotrexate for around 2 months and no change. Each day is increasing in pain. I went from working 40 hours a week to around 7 (using fmla which im afraid i am gonna run out of fast) I am currently behind on all my bills and never wanted to be "disabled" before i turned 30. Does anyone think i would qualify? I am concerned I would be denied since I just started on treatment for my RA.

shawn (not verified)
Wed, 04/27/2016 - 23:27 Permalink

My Doctor said I could work 40 hours but with restrictions no lifting more then 10 lbs and no pulling stretching no bending no standing more then 30 mins I have CRPS (Chronic Pain Syndrome and I sufferer from Depression and I have arthritis in both knees I have to have shots for Pain I lost my job due to illness and im left handed and my wrist and forearm has been swollen for 3 yrs I have hearing for SSD coming up soon will I be approved ?

tonyatu (not verified)
Mon, 05/02/2016 - 16:09 Permalink

I am a 57 year old woman that retired after teaching for 27 years. Was injuried in a car accident, no fault of my own. Have been going to therapy and cioropratice since January 2016. Want to know if I am eligible to apply for SSD soon?

Tracie (not verified)
Mon, 05/23/2016 - 15:31 Permalink

Well, I just started a job a month ago and I have a leisure in my knee that is keeping me from working, the Dr wants me to stay off my leg, due to the problem in my knee I have to walk on crutches at all times, I can't work and may have to have surgery which will keep me out of work longer, am I able to file for disability? I am 42 yes of age.

Bryan

In reply to by Tracie (not verified)

Mon, 05/23/2016 - 15:39 Permalink

Hi Tracie,
If you're going to be out of work for 12 months or more, you may be eligible. It may be a good idea to speak with a disability advocate or lawyer during the application process, if you fill out the form on the left we can have one reach out to you.

Mike K. (not verified)
Fri, 05/27/2016 - 10:07 Permalink

Am i qualified for receiving SSI again after an appeal,which rendered a partially favorable judgement which incidentally was ruled one yr.later then the first ruling?

Bryan

In reply to by Mike K. (not verified)

Fri, 05/27/2016 - 15:47 Permalink

Hi Mike,
You may be qualified for SSI benefits if the judge did not grant you a approval of a "closed period". That's when you are granted benefits after it is determined you were disabled for a period of time but are no longer disabled.

sumanta (not verified)
Mon, 06/06/2016 - 16:41 Permalink

i did go for assesment for my ESA benefit they score me zero Friday the 3rd of June i went for hospital my appointment doctor diagnoise me that i have got fibroyalgia am going to appeal againts the decision do u think i will my benefit back

Kathy Smith (not verified)
Wed, 06/15/2016 - 11:19 Permalink

My daughter is 14, she has diabetes, hypertension, and just found out she is post menopause. Does she qualify for benefits?

Richard (not verified)
Sat, 07/09/2016 - 20:31 Permalink

Hello.. I have a arthritic knee, epilepsy, anxiety, and a slipped disk between c6 and c7. I have honestly tried to keep working. But it seems like lately either anxiety or a seizure takes over. My boss is very understanding but the emotional toll is tearing me apart.

Bryan

In reply to by Richard (not verified)

Mon, 07/11/2016 - 10:00 Permalink

Hi Richard,
You may qualify for benefits, however many people are denied at the initial application stage. It may be a good idea to talk to a disability advocate or attorney, if you scroll to the top of the page and fill out the form on the left, we can have one reach out to you.

jan (not verified)
Tue, 07/12/2016 - 15:41 Permalink

I w as diagnosed with major depression and social anxiety, also I am 50 yrs old, the most ive ever worked is 3 mos. my whole life time. the drs are also watching my cholesterol every 3 months. do you think I may qualify for dissability

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