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submitted 1 month ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

cross-posted from: https://lemmygrad.ml/post/7687104

What's a way to get SSDI (I think that's the acronym)?

I thought I had it. I put in 10 disabilities which I had and I wasn't lying about any of them. I would honestly never commit fraud, despite my circumstances, and never intend to.

But they said that I "didn't work enough hours."

I'm not sure how to make it go to my credit (Social Security credits, that is).

How many jobs or hours should you work?

I can also give you all the full message through a DM, perhaps.

I've worked, I think, eight jobs in total in the last decade with one year that I wasn't working (during the pandemic). Frankly, I could use the money; I'm trying to get into nursing school, though am getting my CNA first. And I need a car now. I have a Bachelor's degree in Communications, but want to change my career path for the time being.

To be fair, I didn't put all my work experience and there's more that I could put.

Is there a way to keep track of all the credits you have? Or "input" them or however you're supposed to do factor them into the system?

Also, assuming you get disability assistance from Social Security Administration, what's a good way to phrase or say certain things in the application process?

Do help out if you can. Thanks!

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[-] [email protected] 4 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Can't offer any information/advice on SSDI, however the general info is all there online

https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/credits.html

Is there a way to keep track of all the credits you have?

Register and log into your social security account at https://www.ssa.gov/, it tells you how many work credits you have. Or barring that you could go to your nearest SSA office or try calling Social Security to request that info. Though TBH with all the recent cutbacks/layoffs I'm not too sure how easily you can get help from anyone at the SSA.

EDIT: When you log into your account at ssa.gov it also tells you if you are eligible to apply for disability benefits (and can apply through there).

[-] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago

Thank you!

Do you have any further advice? Any at all?

[-] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Not really, sorry. My understanding is that most people get rejected when applying for SSDI, the approval rates are quite low across the country. Maybe it's easier in some states not too sure how or why that is.

https://www.atticus.com/advice/general/social-security-disability-approval-rates-by-state

In the U.S. it seems easier to go on disability when you're a police officer or firefighter, I've run into those types of people on "disability" while still going out and partying in the local bars. But I think for them the disability pension is paid through the state and/or their union.

Hopefully someone actually receiving SSDI can comment/answer on your topic, they would know more about the exact process.

[-] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Quite low, huh...

Even for someone like me, probably...

Damn.

[-] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is different from Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

  • SSDI is tied to your work history. It pays benefits to you and certain members of your family if you:
    • Have a disability and
    • Worked enough years to qualify and paid Social Security taxes during the years you worked
  • SSI does not require you to have a work history. It provides you with money to cover basics like food, clothing, and housing if you are 65 or older or have a disability.

[1] https://www.usa.gov/social-security-disability

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