Social Security Disability Questions

Can I Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits at Age 64 or 65?

You can apply for disability benefits until full retirement age.

Can a Chiropractor Help Me Get Social Security Disability for Back Pain?

Social Security needs a diagnosis from a medical doctor, but your chiropractor's opinion may help.

I'm 55 and can't lift 20 pounds because of a bad back. Why was I denied Social Security disability?

Social Security's "grid rules" say that in some cases you should be found disabled if you are 55 or older and can't do "medium" work, but the agency first must agree that you can't do your old job.

If my injury didn't happen at work, are any benefits available besides welfare or SSI?

If you are injured and unable to work for the long-term, you can start getting your Social Security benefits early.

Can I Get Disability for Poor Eyesight?

The Social Security Administration assesses vision problems by looking at your vision in your better (stronger) eye.

How Much Will My Monthly Social Security Disability Payment Be If I Collect Workers' Comp?

There are a number of factors that determine your SSDI benefits if you have received a partial permanent disability rating from workers' comp.

What Can Increase a Disability Check?

Learn what affects the amount of monthly disability benefits.

Will I Lose My SSI If I Get Married?

Marriage itself doesn’t affect your eligibility for SSI benefits, but if your new husband or wife has income, Social Security will deem some of his or her income to you , which might reduce or end your benefits.

Why Do I Have to Spend My SSI Disability Backpay Rather Than Saving It?

The value of your cash and belongings must stay under the SSI asset limit in order for you to maintain eligibility for the SSI program.

Can SSI Force Me to Apply for Early Retirement at Age 62?

One requirement of continuing to receive SSI benefits is that the SSI recipient apply for any other cash benefits that are available, and this includes Social Security retirement benefits.

Why Can't I Get Emergency Disability Payments From Social Security?

Social Security makes emergency payments to disability applicants only under some very specific circumstances.

Will SSI Count Your Spouse's Income If You're Married but Separated?

Can the SSA use my husband's income to deny me benefits?

Can I Work While Waiting for My Disability Decision?

Am I supposed to be working when I apply for benefits? If not, how long do I have to be off work?