Social Security Disability Blog

The First Step: Filing an Application for Disability Insurance Benefits or Supplemental Security Income.

January 13, 2011

Deciding to file for Social Security benefits is an important decision, but filing the actual application for Disability or SSI should not be confusing or intimidating. The Social Security Administration offers different options for claiming benefits in an attempt to make this process more comfortable. An application can be filed in person at a local social security office,by callingSocial Security at 1-800-772-1213 or by going on-line at www.ssa.gov.  The disabled individual can file a claim on his or her own or with the help of a family member or friend.  Assistance can be provided by an intake worker at the Social Security office or  a private… Continue Reading The First Step: Filing an Application for Disability Insurance Benefits or Supplemental Security Income. More...

Commissioner Michael J. Astrue of the Social Security Administration (SSA) took action to expand the SSA Compassionate Allowance (CAL) conditions program. Commissioner Astrue added fifty-two (52) illnesses, diseases, and impairments to the CAL conditions

January 10, 2011

Commissioner Michael J. Astrue of the Social Security Administration (SSA) took action to expand the SSA Compassionate Allowance (CAL) conditions program. Commissioner Astrue added fifty-two (52) illnesses, diseases, and impairments to the CAL conditions list. Social Security implemented the CAL program in 2008 to fast-track cases when Americans are suffering from the most serious disabilities. Continue Reading Commissioner Michael J. Astrue of the Social Security Administration (SSA) took action to expand the SSA Compassionate Allowance (CAL) conditions program. Commissioner Astrue added fifty-two (52) illnesses, diseases, and impairments to the CAL conditions More...