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Yes. Food stamps is a form of public assistance paid by the government.

Yes, your child can get back pay for auxiliary benefits depending on when you applied and when you were found disabled. The same 5 full month...

I had a firm that was supposed to represent me in a disability case. I waited almost 2 years for a hearing.

Unfortunately, this type of representation is way too common with Social Security disability claims, especially with big firms. Many firms also use...

What will help me to receive the most per month from SSI? I am now living in NYC, just moved.

I agree with Mr. Smollens. Your living situation counts. You'll need to pay your fair share of rent and living expenses. For example: If your nice...

Is disability something I should look into

You should consider looking into it. Social Security Disability (SSDI) is for people who are expected to be disabled for at least 12 consecutive...

I'm on SSDI and a pension. As Trustee for my Dads Trust, I understand my inheritance will not be affected.

Your inheritance and pension should not affect SSDI benefits. They are not considered work earnings. If you're on SSI, which is a means-tested...

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What is back pay and retroactive payments for ssdi?

SSDI retroactive benefits can go as far back as 1 year prior to your application or 5 full months after you're disabled onset date, whichever is...

51 yr old widow on disability

I'm sorry for your loss. When your husband passed away you became eligible for Disabled Widows Benefits based on your husband's SSA contributions....

SSI denial for resources more than 3000

The resource limit for a married individual is $3000 ($2000 for unmarried). Giving the money as a gift will be counted as a transfer of resources...