Dear Savvy Senior: What do I need to do to get disability benefits from Social Security? I’m 60 years old and have a medical condition that doesn’t allow me to work anymore. But I’ve read that getting ...

Getting approved for Social Security disability benefits takes more than just a diagnosis, it takes time, evidence and persistence. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), an average of ...

The Social Security Administration has expanded its partnership with TEFCA health data-sharing network to accelerate ...

There’s also a five-month elimination period before Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits begin. That means the clock starts ticking from the first full month after you become disabled, ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that it added 13 conditions to its Compassionate Allowances (CAL) list, which speeds up the disability application process for ...

If you’re living in Arizona and can no longer work due to a disability, you’ve probably heard about Social Security disability benefits. But here’s the thing that trips people up: there are actually ...

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This article explores Social Security Spousal benefits.