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I worked a long time ago but have been staying home taking care of my children. I have now become sick; can I file for Social Security Disability Benefits?

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I worked a long time ago but have been staying home taking care of my children. I have now become sick; can I file for Social Security Disability Benefits?

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If you have worked five out of the last 10 years under Social Security before becoming disabled, you will have enough earnings to qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits. If you have not worked five out of the last 10 years, you may qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SST) whether you have worked in the past or not.