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Bookmark or Share- Disability Benefits | SSASocial Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs provide assistance to people who meet our requirements for disability. Before you apply, please review the basics to make sure you understand what to expect during the application process.
- Apply Online for Disability Benefits | SSAHere is what you need to do to apply for benefits online: Print and review the Adult Disability Checklist. It will help you gather the information you need to complete the application. Complete the Disability Benefit Application. Complete the Medical Release Form.
- Things to Think About Before Applying for Disability BenefitsDisability benefits replace a portion of your income. If you become seriously disabled, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits that replace a portion of your lost income. Here are the three key factors we use to determine if you may qualify for disability benefits:
- Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits | SSAWe pay disability benefits through two programs: the Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI), and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI is a needs-based disability program that pays benefits to people with limited income and resources who are disabled, blind, or age 65 or older.
- How To Apply For Social Security Disability BenefitsWhen To Apply. You should apply as soon as you become disabled. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits have a five month waiting period, which means that benefit payments will not begin before the sixth full month of disability.
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