Is it easier to get SSDI after age 60?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program that provides financial assistance to individuals who cannot work due to a severe, long-term disability. To qualify, applicants must have a medical condition that meets the Social Security Administration’s definition of disability and have earned enough work credits through their employment history. SSDI benefits are…

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When dementia strikes before the retirement years, SSDI can help

People generally think of dementia as something that people develop in their senior years, often after they’ve retired. That’s not always the case.  There are a number of dementia-related conditions that can strike people in their 40s or younger. There’s even an “early-onset” form of Alzheimer’s that can affect people’s cognitive abilities in middle…

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Can you get SSDI benefits after a brain injury?

A brain injury can significantly change your life. It often depends on the part of the brain that was injured.  For instance, an injury to one part of the brain could lead to motor impairments, meaning you don’t have fine motor skills or that you struggle with mobility. The same injury to another part…

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Why social media and SSDI claims don’t mix

Almost everyone has some kind of digital footprint. From LinkedIn accounts that spotlight your career trajectory to Facebook and Instagram accounts, social media is a big part of life in the 21st century.  But if you have filed or plan to file an SSDI claim, you might want to lock down your social media…

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Does bipolar disorder qualify for SSDI benefits?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are available for a wide range of conditions, including bipolar disorder – but there are caveats.  The highs and lows of bipolar disorder aren’t like the normal ups and downs that most people experience in their moods – and it can still be debilitating. For the Social Security…

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