r/SSDI_SSI

I’m a 42 year-old female and I have been on SSI for many years. The other night, I was talking with a friend, and telling him that my car is not working, and I’ve been struggling lately with bills, groceries and other things. He sent me $600 via Apple Pay (I didn’t ask for it….I didn’t even have it, so I had to sign up for an account and put my SS# in). At first, I was very happy to have this help, but now I’m thinking I should contact Social Security and tell them about this gift because I’m afraid it could be used against me (the 600 wouldn’t put me over the $2000 limit as I have no money in my account, but now I have this stupid Apple Pay account, and an extra $600 I got as a gift which I should have declined). I had already accepted it, bought myself credits on Uber, Lyft, DoorDash etc (things I’d need until I figure out a car solution- I can’t afford a new one). Any feedback? Also, since it was sent as a gift will I get a 1099? I really messed up. 😭 I can’t even send him the money back because I already bought a bunch of gift cards to help me out for the next month or two.

I had to retire at 62 because my physical and mental issues became too much to keep pushing through. I was advised to apply for SSDI and I got a lawyer. My intention was to keep pushing myself until full retirement age (FRA) of 67 so I could collect my FRA amount, but I just couldn't keep doing it. My lawyer suggested applying for social security at 62, with the hopes that I will win the case and they will bump me up to my FRA amount, which I would then be able to collect for the rest of my life, instead of the reduced amount I currently get from applying at 62.
My question is this, have any other older people out here applied at 62 to try and win your FRA amount and if so, were you successful?

I work part time so how much can you make a month before they cut your check?

51 y/o F was medically retired from the fire service after a failed shoulder surgery (times 2), ulnar entrapment, and hip impingement that I’ve been told needs a total replacement. I still have shoulder instability, but surgeons are reluctant to try a third time. Also was told I have CRPS in my foot/ankle after reconstruction surgery. I was given a letter that says I’m considered disabled under ANY occupation…do I even need a lawyer at this point? What if I do all the steps to get SSDI but am told no? Do I have to appeal - then what? I thought all SSDI monies offset the amount the LTD company pays. I’m so lost -and appreciate any advice.
BTW - the shoulder injury happened on my way home from work-not on the job, yet I had to go back to work the next day because there were no people available for overtime.

I had my hearing on September 11, i was rather nervous since my judge had a 51% approval rating with only 41% being fully favorable. The hearing itself was on microsoft teams and rather short, the judge barely asked me any questions but one of the first things he asked was if me and my lawyer were okay with him changing the onset date. My lawyer asked me a few questions then afterwards the judge asked the VE if there was any jobs i could do in the national economy she said no and the hearing ended. My mom called the office afterwards and the secretary said the lawyer was happy and 99% sure we won the case.

I received the fully favorable notice from my lawyer on the 23rd and the actual letter on the 25th. On Sep 29 i had my PERC interview. I would say the strongest points in my case were the medical record and VE testimony, good luck to everyone i've been fighting since 2022 with this and i'm glad it's finally over.

I (FTM26) live in Florida. I have been denied SSI after filing by myself once, then three times with a lawyer and went before a judge. I have SLE stage 4, arthritis, polycystic, and have been in the ER multiple times for sepsis. I am unable to work and doing anything pretty much requires me to get bed rest afterwards. It seems like people in other states get approved immediately for lupus as it's supposed to be a fast pass. It has been nearly 4 years now. I have no insurance and I have also lost my food stamps because they want me to work 20 hours a week, which I cannot. I even asked the judge if I could at least get Medicaid/medicare and was denied that. What can I do? I've been waiting and it feels stagnant at this point. I get my medication through a Christian charity clinic.

Hi! I just had my heating last week. There are no transferable jobs for me as the judge said. I am 55. 100% disabled thru VA.

What can I expect at this upcoming med appt that SSA has me going to? Advice?

TY!

Hi everyone! I receive SSI & Medicaid, I’m trying to understand the ABLE account after a settlement in a years long personal injury lawsuit because I do not want to pay it all down in a month.

I’m in CO for state to state reference.

Can I have both a checking and savings account or do I have to choose between the 2?
Does anyone have advice on which investment option would be best in my circumstance?
Any other advice you may think of?

Cross posted in the ABLE sub too.