Lyme Disease, a tick-borne chronic illness that can target every part of the body and lacks mainstream understanding, leaves hundreds of thousands of sufferers without answers and resources to provide relief. Ashley Shambaugh is a Lyme Disease advocate whose mission is to raise awareness of the illness, build community, and inspire change with her story. …
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When you’ve recently become disabled and can no longer work to make ends meet, you may be eligible for financial assistance through Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Unfortunately, navigating the claims process for this federal program is a challenging feat. You may need several documents for your claim to move forward with the Social Security …
As a parent, you want the best life for your child and will do anything to ensure it as they grow up. However, when they’re disabled, there is a unique set of challenges to address and overcome. Fortunately, you are not alone, and help is available to your family. Disabled children under 18 with limited …
If you believe you or a loved one qualifies for disability benefits, you’re likely in need of financial help. Social Security Disability attorneys know this, which is why they usually do not charge a fee until you’re approved for your security and peace of mind. What are Contingency Fees? The most important cost to be …
Testing positive for Covid is taxing, and throws off your daily routines. Fortunately, many recover in a matter of weeks. However, with Long Covid, residual symptoms could continue long-term and range from mild to severe. In the most serious cases, sufferers could lose their ability to work due to their symptoms. In that case, help …
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Once found medically disabled and eligible for Supplemental Social Security Insurance (SSI), whether in the initial application stage or by an Administrative Law Judge, the recipient’s determination is sent to their local Social Security Field Office for processing. There, the Social Security Administration (SSA) schedules and conducts a Pre-effectuation Review Conference (PERC) usually within 30 …
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The Social Security Administration’s Cost-of-Living Adjustment, or COLA, is designed to ensure that Social Security Disability (SSD) beneficiaries stay financially sound as prices of goods and services steadily rise due to inflation. Every fall, the SSA announces the increase in Social Security checks for the coming year and enact the change at the beginning of …
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It’s no secret applying for Social Security Disability benefits (SSD) is a lengthy, drawn-out process. The timeline can be daunting and often discourages people from pursuing what’s owed to them and getting the help they need. Nevertheless, every day you postpone applying can cost you weeks, months, or even a year of payments. Don’t Risk …
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The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, also known as open enrollment, begins October 15th and ends December 7th. This window allows those enrolled in Medicare to reevaluate and make changes to their coverage. This applies to enrollees of Original Medicare, Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage), and Part D prescription drug plans. If you’re enrolled in any …
Medicare Open Enrollment Starts October 15th. Here’s What You Need to Know. Read More »
Being a stay-at-home parent is a full-time job. Despite having no payroll and a shortage of days off, you work day in and day out to care for your children and raise them to be their best selves while you maintain your home. However, if you become disabled as a stay-at-home parent, you may wonder …
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