My niece is 57 yrs old and has an IQ of 59 and has never received social security, can she apply now? If so what kind?

Like Mr. Pham, I recommend that your niece apply for both programs. I think the wise move would be for her and someone she trusts to meet with an...

I started receiving ss disability in 2014 for mental illness. I recently took a job 2 days/mth for $400.00 /mth.

Congratulations on finding work. Something you need to be prepared to do, however, is to answer why you can't work a few more days out of the...

What can I do if Social Security never makes a decision on my Overpayment Reconsideration?

You might try to contact your U.S. Congress Representative. They have staff to handle concerns from their constituents like the one you have. ...

I'm trying to get my social Security, I work in oilfield 26 years making $908,858 and should get $2139 per month

I recommend finding an attorney in your area that handles Social Security claims. I wish you the best of luck.

A Settlement has been reached today. Spending down the money to keep SSI.

I don't think it matters whether the purchases are online or in-person. Confirmation emails should be enough. I recommend you follow through on...

Disability attorney

I recommend you reach to an attorney in your area. Using Avvo to find one might help you find the answers you are looking for.

I've applied for disability but need to know how it's calculated so I can cut stuff from my budget. Chances of getting approved?

If you wanted an estimate of what your monthly benefit could be, I'd set up an account with Social Security. The link follows and good luck.

My husband is on soc. sec. disability and I have to be his caregiver. is there any financial support for me through soc. sec. ?

You may be eligible for In-Home Supportive Services administered by the County of Los Angeles' Department of Public Social Services. Try calling 1...

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How do I get my mother to give me my social security survivor money from my deceased father? I am 18.

Contact your local Field Office or call the (800) 772-1213 national call center. I would request that they begin to send the check to you.

I receive Soc. Sec. Disability. Will receiving back pay owed to me from 2 years ago be a problem. I also receive SSI.

Once you receive it, I would write SSA a short note telling them you received it. It might temporarily reduce the SSI and SSD, but you should be...