When Oklahomans are disabled, blind and over age 65, they can get Supplemental Security Income if they meet the other fundamental requirements. For those who are struggling financially and have met these basic criteria, it can be a relief to be approved for...
Month: August 2019
How is cancer evaluated and what evidence is needed?
Oklahomans diagnosed with cancer will have a great deal on their minds as they prepare for treatment and wonder what the future holds. This can be stressful physically, emotionally and financially. For many, the worry they face will go beyond the disease and extends...
Does a change in income impact my SSI benefits?
Apart from the disabling issues an Oklahoman is suffering from, Supplemental Security Income is largely based on how much the applicant earns. If the income and resources are deemed to be below a certain level, the SSI benefits can be provided. Income can change the...
Dispelling common misconceptions about SSDI benefits
Social Security disability benefits exist to give the most severely disabled Americans the financial assistance they need to get by. There is a lot of misinformation about the process of obtaining benefits. If you are among the many residents of Oklahoma who have...
Applying for disability benefits if you have a mental illness
The stigma that once defined mental illness and how it impacted Oklahoma residents and people across the nation has largely dissipated. Increasingly, people from all walks of life are feeling emboldened to seek treatment when they are suffering from mental illness,...
How does blindness impact my work expenses for SSI benefits?
One of the criteria for which Oklahomans can get Supplemental Security Income is if they are blind. This, along with being disabled, 65 and older and meeting the income and resource requirements is an important factor in seeking and maintaining benefits. For those who...
