Social Security Blog

Qualifying for SSD for Whiplash Whiplash is a relatively common condition–Mayo Clinic estimates there are about 3 million new cases of whiplash in the U.S. each year. Symptoms of this condition can include:  Neck pain, which may worsen with movement Limited range of...

Disabled Veterans Transportation Benefits Most disabled vets know that they’re entitled to VA healthcare services, whether that means treatment for their service-connected conditions or broader healthcare services. But many don’t know about or don’t take advantage of...

Can I Work While Applying for SSD Benefits?  Some disabilities are so severe that you have no choice but to stop working immediately. Sometimes, the progression is more complex. Perhaps your doctor has told you that it’s not safe for you to continue in your job...

SSD Benefits for Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea isn’t listed in the Social Security Blue Book, meaning there’s no set list of criteria to tell a person suffering from this condition whether the Social Security Administration (SSA) will consider them disabled. But, that...

Housing Assistance for SSD Recipients Social Security disability (SSD) provides monetary benefits and medical coverage to people who:  Accrued sufficient work credits across their career and in recent years, and Meet the Social Security Administration (SSA)...

How to Find the Best SSD Advocate If you’re applying for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits, you may know that getting approved can be an uphill battle. While the numbers differ a little from year to year and state to state, well over half of SSD applications...