Not everyone receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is totally without assets. Some people in Knoxville who receive SSI are still able to make modest earnings, or they may live with an ineligible relative, such as their parents or their spouse who works. If this is the case, there are wage reporting requirements that must be … Read More »
In our final post this week about Supplemental Security Income, we take a look at the application process. Once people realize that they do not qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, but that they may qualify for SSI, they may wonder what the application process is like. As a general rule, you can contact the … Read More »
In a previous post we began a discussion on Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The program gives payments to those that are disabled, aged or blind and have limited resources and income. The monthly payments are calculated differently than they are for SSD benefits. The administration first takes the Federal Benefit Rate, which is $733 for … Read More »
Many Tennessee residents have heard about Social Security Disability benefits. They may even know someone who is currently receiving these benefits. But not many individuals know a lot about Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These benefits are in place to help those that do not meet certain income levels or do not have adequate work history … Read More »
During 2015, disability beneficiaries got an average of $1,165 per month. This amount was higher than the previous year due to something called the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Every year, except for 2010 and 2011, there has been a COLA increase based on inflation. The government takes a look at price changes of transportation, energy, food, … Read More »
When people in Knox County believe they meets the requirements to receive Social Security disability benefits and the claim is denied, many wonder what they should do next. While it is a setback to be denied Social Security, there are options to try and have the decision overturned. The perception for most appeals of federal … Read More »
One of the most devastating illnesses from which a person can suffer is Alzheimer’s disease. Not only is it tragic for the victims who suffer from the mental deterioration associated with the illness, it is also very difficult for the loved ones of Alzheimer’s patients try to cope with the symptoms of the disease like … Read More »
Many people are misinformed when it comes to disability benefits. They think that recipients are all just taking advantage of the system and getting rich off the free money. However, there may be nothing further from the truth. In reality, recipients of Social Security disability benefits are struggling with a debilitating injury or illness that … Read More »
Epilepsy is a devastating illness that can dramatically change a person’s life. This neurological disorder is caused by disrupted nerve cell activity which leads to seizures. For some people, the extent of the disruption is considerable and seizures are frequent and severe. Others may only suffer a seizure infrequently; but because of the unpredictability of … Read More »
The appeals process for disability benefits can be confusing and frustrating, but it can be necessary for people who disagree with the initial ruling on their claim and have reason to believe that some of the information regarding their condition was ignored or misinterpreted. This is the situation in which one woman has found herself … Read More »