Benefits - will a 78 year old woman with no income qualify in this case?

You are correct. There is a $2000.00 limit on ownership of assets. I am not sure what you mean by "secondary signer". If a secondary signer...

What do I need to do???

Your question is not clear. Why were they taking your money?

How long is the process, on average for someone in her situation to be granted SSDI? What are the typical attorney fees for this

Attorney Pham is correct . The social security process takes a long time. Due to your sister's age, the process could be quicker. It is...

Appealing an overpayment with SSI

I agree with the other attorneys. You should be prepared to document your unearned income and document where the $7000.00 went. They will want to...

SSI AND RENT ISSUE

I agree with Attorney Pont. Just let the Social Security Administration know what is going on.

How does that work ? Will I have asset restrictions?

If you get SSDI and it is lower than $733.00 per month, you can also receive a SSI check to bring the total amount up to $733.00 per month. The...

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What is the process of having your social security check deposited into in overseas bank account, in the country you live in?

This link on "your Payments While You Are Outside The United States" may help you:https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10137.pdf.

The letter I received states she's completely disabled and her SSI might stop. If it does, do I apply for SSDI for her?

I agree with Attorney Pont. This link may be helpful: https://www.ssa.gov/sf/FactSheets/aianssavsssifinalrev.pdf.

This link may be helpful. The following link concerns the averaging of countable earnings: ...

How can I get a social security attorney to file for my social security next month (since I have no disability issues)?

I agree with Attorney Lonetto. I suggest that you do to your local social security office and discuss with them. It might not be as bad as you...