We read newspaper and magazine articles from across the nation, as well as statements from the Social Security Administration in order to keep our San Diego readers up to date on Social Security Disability Insurance. We recently came across a letter to the editor of a...
Year: 2015
Children helped by SSDI, too
We typically think of Social Security Disability Insurance as the most important safety net available to disabled San Diego workers, but it is even more than that. SSDI and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) both provide needed monthly income to disabled children and...
Fixing what ails SSDI
The countdown has begun. In a year's time, the nation's greatest safety net will run out of money enabling it to pay full benefits. Social Security Disability Insurance helps 11 million disabled workers and their dependents pay their bills.If Congress fails to act...
Study: certain video games might help with PTSD
Video games can be a fun diversion. But may some such games also be able to help with the mental/emotional health of individuals who have experienced traumatic events? A recent study looked into this and yielded results that some may find rather surprising.The study's...
For depression sufferers, life and work can be a struggle
Overwhelming sadness, guilt and hopelessness are all symptoms commonly experienced by individuals who struggle with depression. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, an estimated 16 million Americans reported experiencing "at least one major depressive...
Privatizing Social Security: good idea or bad idea?
It's difficult to mention Social Security, in any form, without the conversation becoming a little bit heated. By it's very nature, Social Security is a divisive and difficult program. That doesn't make it any less necessary than it is. It's a very important part of...
Could you be affected by the SSA’s overpayment scandal?
Recently, the results of a 10-year study related to the payment of Social Security Disability Insurance benefits was released to the public. This study was conducted by the Social Security Administration’s inspector general, which essentially functions as a federal...
Appealing a denied SSDI claim: How it works
Many people are denied Social Security Disability Insurance the first time they apply. Being denied, however, is not the end of the road. You have the opportunity to appeal the decision in order to obtain the benefits you need. Before you do, it is important to...
Study: SSD trust funds could run out even sooner than SSA thinks
People in San Diego who receive Social Security Disability benefits are likely aware that the Social Security Administration estimates that its trust funds will run out in 2033 -- a mere 18 years from today. If this happens, the SSA says, it will only be able to...
Thinking about Social Security Disability Insurance and taxes
Tax season is finally over. Hopefully, as you are reading this, you have received a tax refund and are enjoying the benefits of that refund. Many Americans will likely not think about their taxes much until early next year when they are again compelled to file their...