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If you served in the military, there is a chance that you may have heard of the term “service-related disability.” This idea is a critical concept to understand if you are looking to apply for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). But what exactly is a service-related disability, and why might it matter if you are applying for veteran disability benefits?
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According to current estimates, the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security payments will be 2.8% for next year. This means the amount that people will receive from Social Security will go up by that amount in 2026. This calculation is based on inflation data released by the government, and would affect both retirement benefits for seniors, as well as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (also known as the VA) has announced that it will be awarding $818 million in grants to community organizations that assist veterans struggling with homelessness. These grants are meant to both help veterans who are currently homeless and trying to get back on their feet, as well as those who are facing potential homelessness due to financial issues. In this way, veterans can get the help they need to keep a roof over their heads.
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On August 11, the Social Security Administration (also known as the SSA) announced that it would be adding thirteen new medical conditions to its “compassionate allowances” list. As a result, people who have these conditions can avoid many of the hurdles that people ordinarily face when seeking Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). This will be of great benefit to all the people who suffer from these conditions, and may have struggled in the past to obtain Social Security disability benefits. Continue reading “13 Conditions Added to SSA Compassionate Allowances List”
If you have received a disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs, it is possible that you have not looked over that rating since you first got it. However, there is a possibility that you may be able to appeal your disability rating, increasing the amount of benefits you receive in the process. But when is the right time you appeal your disability rating?
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While people commonly think of people with disabilities as those with severe physical or developmental problems, the fact of the matter is that psychological issues may also be disabling. In fact, people with persistent mental health issues may be able to qualify for Social Security Disability insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). But how exactly can a mental health problem qualify you for SSDI or SSI, and how can you know if you might be eligible?
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Veterans who suffer from serious injuries or illnesses as a result of their military service may be entitled to disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs, also known as the VA. That being said, many veterans struggle to understand when they should consider applying for benefits, or whether they might even be eligible at all. So when exactly should you consider applying for VA disability benefits, and what happens if you wait too long to apply?
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If you are looking to apply for Social Security disability benefits, including Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there is a good chance you will need to be interviewed by Disability Determination Services, also known as DDS. This process may seem frightening, but it is considered critical to ensuring you get the benefits you deserve. But what is DDS, and why might you need to visit their offices if you apply for disability benefits?
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When the Honoring Our PACT Act (also known as just the PACT Act) was originally passed in 2022, it was a significant boon to veterans everywhere who suffered from disabilities related to burn pit exposure. Previously, these veterans struggled to obtain disability benefits, but thanks to this bill, they became able to access those benefits. But how exactly can burn pit exposure cause service-related disabilities, and how do you know if you have been affected by one?
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While millions of people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) every year, less than half of these people have their applications approved. For those who are denied, however, there is always the option of appealing the decision. But why exactly should you appeal your SSDI or SSI denial, and what happens if you do?
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