How Do You Apply For Social Security Disability Income?
We all face the possibility of becoming disabled at some point in our lives. The Social Security Administration operates two programs that provide income for people who are unable to work due to a disability: social security disability insurance (SSDI) and supplemental security income (SSI). Although you must have a medically documented disability to apply for social security disability income, eligibility is not automatic. Each claim is reviewed and a determination made on a case-by-case basis. Decide if you are eligible to apply for social security disability income. SSDI is available to adults who have worked enough to qualify and are expected to be out of the work force due to a disability for at least one year. The specific work history requirements vary by age (you can check them on the Social Security Administration website. See Resources). Disability income can also be paid to surviving spouses who have a disability and to adult children with a disability that began prior to ag