Navigating Disability Benefits: A 30-Minute Guide
If you or a loved one has a disability, navigating the Social Security system can be overwhelming. This updated 2nd edition of Social Security Disability & SSI In 30 Minutes is your essential guide to understanding and applying for SSDI and SSI benefits. Written by former human services coordinator Emily Pogue, this book helps you understand eligibility, application steps, and appeals to get the support you need.
Who This Book Is For
- Individuals with disabilities seeking to apply for benefits.
- Family members of someone with a disability.
- People who need to understand Social Security and SSI.
- Anyone dealing with bureaucratic processes, documentation, and appeals.
What You'll Learn
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Eligibility: Understand the government's definition of "disability" and benefit requirements for disabled workers and children.
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Benefits & Resources: Learn about benefits for family members, SSI resource limits, and allowed assets.
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Navigating the System: Get best practices for dealing with documentation, appeals, and overpayments.
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Return-to-Work: Explore work incentives like PASS, IRWEs, and TWPs.
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Transition & Communication: Understand how to transition from SSDI to retirement benefits and effectively communicate with the Social Security Administration.
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Side-by-Side Comparison: See a clear, side-by-side comparison of SSDI and SSI.
This guide is available in paperback or as a full-color PDF download, providing you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and navigate the system with confidence.
