If you are disabled, you can receive help from the government in the form of SSDI or SSI. These two programs help disabled citizens pay for their basic needs. However, the two have different criteria for who to award money to and what you might be …
The Social Security Administration (SSA) delivers all kinds of services to the American people. Whether you’re in need of retirement, disability, or survivors’ benefits, the SSA is the place you should go to get them. But what specifically can contacting the SSA do for you? Below …
If you’re living with a disabling condition, staying in shape might not be at the front of your mind. But the truth is that being fit, even when you’re living with a disability, can do a lot to improve your quality of life. Aside from increasing …
Did you know that today is National Dog Day? Every August 26, Americans everywhere celebrate the special dogs in their lives. And today we thought we’d celebrate the holiday by talking about service animals. According to the ADA, a service animal is any animal that provides …
Here are some of the top healthcare and disability headlines for August 18–24 Gay Couples Are Eligible for Social Security Benefits, U.S. Decides The Justice Department recently announced that same-sex married couples living in states that did not recognize their unions and who previously filed claims for …
Farida Bedwei of Ghana is proof that disability doesn’t mean disadvantage. At the young age of one, she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, a neurological disorder that affects body movement and muscle coordination. But today she’s become not only a beacon of hope in her country, …
It’s back-to-school season again. And even if you’re not heading to classes this fall, there are still lots of ways you can continue learning. By finding simple ways to keep your mind razor sharp over the years, you’ll not only expand your mental horizons, but also …
Here are some of the top healthcare and disability headlines for August 10–17. Hillary Clinton Wants to Improve Social Security Benefits for Women, Low-Income Seniors According to a questionnaire submitted to the AFL-CIO, Hillary Clinton wants to improve Social Security benefits for women and low-income seniors …
Today is August 14, 2015. And in case you didn’t know, today marks the 80th anniversary of the Social Security program. Few Americans alive today can remember a time before Social Security existed, so in honor of this momentous day, here’s a list of some Social Security facts …
