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$42 Million in Grants From VA to Help Homeless Veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs, also known as the VA, has announced that it will be awarding $42 million in grants to organizations around the country that give legal support to homeless veterans. Sadly, homelessness is an especially common issue among veterans, due to a variety of factors that can make it hard for them to hold down a job or maintain their lifestyle. Grants like these are meant to help veterans struggling to keep a roof over their heads by providing them with legal services to avoid losing their homes.

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Seven of the Most Common Reasons Behind SSDI/SSI Applications

While there are countless issues that lead people to seek Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, there are a number of problems that tend to be more commonly cited than others. These issues can often be more debilitating than most people realize, even with proper medical treatment. Here are seven of the most common reasons that lead to people filing SSDI or SSI applications:

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How a Lawyer Can Help You Obtain Disability Benefits

A lawyer with experience handling applications for disability benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), can substantially improve your chances of success. Moreover, they can help you explore potential legal options if your application is denied. But how exactly can a lawyer help you obtain disability benefits, and what can you do if your application was not approved?

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How Does the SSA Decide if You Are Disabled?

In order to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you must first demonstrate that you have a disability. Ultimately, the question of whether you qualify as disabled falls to the Social Security Administration, also known as the SSA. But how exactly does the SSA decide if you are disabled, and what happens if they determine that you do not fit their criteria?

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Five Questions to Ask Before Applying for Disability Benefits

One of the biggest issues that people suffering from severe medical problems have is knowing when is a good time to consider applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Fortunately, by asking certain questions, you can determine whether you might be qualified for disability benefits. Here are five questions you should ask yourself before applying for disability benefits:

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SSA Partners With OIG For Annual “Slam the Scam” Day

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a partnership with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) in honor of its sixth annual “Slam the Scam” day on March 6, 2024. This event is meant to help raise public awareness of Social Security imposters and other forms of fraud intended to target recipients of Social Security benefits, including people receiving disability benefits. Anyone who is targeted by these scams should notify the OIG at oig.ssa.gov.

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Seven Psychological Issues That May Qualify You For Veterans Disabililty Benefits

Veterans who suffer from psychological disorders are potentially able to qualify for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Even if their psychological issues did not begin with their service, they may be eligible for disability benefits if their condition worsened as a result of their experiences serving in the military. Here are seven psychological disorders that may qualify you for veterans disability benefits:

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SSDI Work Credits: What You Need to Know

If you become seriously ill or injured, you may need to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance, or SSDI for short. In order to be eligible for SSDI, however, you need to make sure you have a sufficient number of work credits to qualify for the program. Here is what you need to know about SSDI work credits and how they might matter to you:

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Five Things You Should Know About SSI Income Limits

If you are suffering from a physical or psychological disability, Supplemental Security Income (or SSI for short) may be appropriate for you. However, in order to obtain those benefits, you need to demonstrate you fit within its strict limits on income and assets. Here are five things you need to know about SSI income limits if you are looking to apply for disability benefits:

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Who is Eligible for SSI Benefits?

Supplemental Security Income, also known as SSI, is one of the two primary programs run by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides financial benefits to people with disabilities. In fact, more than 500,000 people every year successfully apply for SSI to help them cover their expenses. But how do you know if you might be eligible for SSI benefits, and what should you do if you meet those criteria?

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