When Georgia residents are asked what is most important to them, personal health and well-being often rates near the top of the list. Individuals may take their good health for granted, which only becomes apparent after a person suffers an illness or injury. In these...
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Will earning income affect a person’s disability benefits?
Actions have consequences in the lives of Georgia residents. A decision in one area of a person's life can have a dramatic impact in another area, whether the person realizes it or not. When it comes to Social Security disability benefits for illness, the person's...
Are there incentives for SSD benefit recipients to work?
One of the most central parts of Georgia residents' lives is their career. Individuals often spend more time at their job than at home, and they work hard to earn a living and support their family. All of this can be called into question when a person has an inability...
What illnesses may qualify for SSD benefits?
Living with a chronic or severe illness is not easy. The individual affected may suffer from pain, exhaustion and other debilitating symptoms. Georgia residents may wonder what types of illnesses may be covered by Social Security disability insurance benefits. In...
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
Another summer has passed and autumn is officially in full swing for Georgia residents. While the return of autumn signifies many different things, it is also a time to mark an important occasion for those with disabilities. October is National Disability Employment...
How long can it take to be approved for SSD benefits?
When Georgia residents want something very badly, the wait is often the hardest part. This is especially true when the thing at issue is not merely just a want, but a need, such as financial assistance that may be needed in order to survive. This explains why many...
How do SSDI benefits and SSI differ in Georgia?
There are many misconceptions that Georgia residents may have when they first encounter a new situation. This is often the case when it comes to Social Security disability benefits, as individuals may not have a full understanding of how the system works until they...
Do you have a complete picture of SSD benefits?
In order to get the complete picture, it is often necessary for Georgia residents to take a step back and look at a situation from a broader view. This is particularly true with financial issues, as it can be misleading to only focus on one specific source of income...
Will SSD benefits be reduced because of other benefits?
When Georgia residents suffer serious financial setbacks, they often are in need of all the help they can get. With this in mind, individuals may seek out multiple sources of financial assistance, particularly when a single kind of benefit is not enough on its own to...
Millions celebrate anniversary of Social Security program
There have been many important programs established throughout history that greatly impact the everyday lives of Georgia residents. It is important to have an awareness of this history and of how individuals can use these programs when needed. One of the most...