2007-01-14 08:14:47 · 7 answers · asked by LINDA E 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
It's never easy to get disability. I'm assuming you are referring to Social Security. It is possible, but it is a long, frustrating process. You need A LOT of documentation supporting your inability to work. I've been struggling with mental illness my whole life (have records going back over 20 years) and it has greatly impaired my ability to work, go to school, maintain relationships, take care of myself, be a parent, etc...and it still took me years to get approved
(4 years for SSI, 6 years for SSDI.) It's worth it to stick with it, but only if you really need it. I ended up firing two different lawyers and representing myself, so I learned a lot about the whole process. Often times you can find a SS disability advocate (not a lawyer) who can help guide you through the process. There is an excellent one where I live.
2007-01-14 08:33:13 · answer #1 · answered by Jess 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's easy to get disability. I've had this illness for years and worked off and on. The only time I was able to receive it was when my husband and I were seperated and I was unemployed. I tried to get it after we got back together, and they said that he made to much income, plus I needed 4 more work credits. These work credits are somehow broken down into quarters. Now I have a physical disablility as well. I contacted a lawyer and he said that without those work credits that I wouldn't be able to receive government assistance.
2007-01-14 08:45:42 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi I'm married to a bipolar native American female, all I can say is if you file for ssi or ssd your going to have a long wait but what ever you do don't give up. You'll get denied many times, just keep refiling your claim, after 3 denials check your local yellow pages for a social security attorney and prepare for long waits and even more denials just don't give up. we have been fighting for 4 years and we have a great attorney its mainly a long waiting game,
2007-01-14 09:28:57 · answer #3 · answered by RANDY S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aish Eligibility
2016-12-18 13:45:28 · answer #4 · answered by nasser 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom was close to someone bi-polar who was on disability. It does take a while to jump through the hoops. I think it's easier if you're 'already in the system'. It helps if you write down all your facts before presenting it to a case worker. Obviously, a correct diagnosis will need to be firmly established. (Healthy mind until proven bi-polar.)
In the province of Alberta (Canada) the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) provides financial and health benefits for adult Albertans with a permanent disability that severely impairs their ability to earn a living. The level of benefits depends on income and assets.
To qualify for the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) program, everything on the following list must match your situation:
You must have a severe disability.
The disability must be so severe that it substantially limits your ability to earn a living. Your disability must be the main factor – not your age, lack of education or the lack of available jobs.
The disability must be permanent. You may not qualify for AISH if treatment for your condition will help you to be able to work.
You must apply for other income benefits you qualify for, such as Canada Pension Plan disability benefits.
You must not have refused to take or look for reasonable employment for reasonable wages.
You must not have quit work that you were capable of doing.
You must not have refused or neglected to take training, rehabilitation or medical treatment which would help you to be able to work.
Please note: This (partial) list serves only as a general guideline for program eligibility. An AISH Administrator determines whether you qualify for AISH benefits.
2007-01-14 08:33:36 · answer #5 · answered by RaynorShine 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh, yeah...But believe me that only those who REALLY need it get it. I wrote in everything on my paperwork, all of my negative feelings, suicidal thoughts, afraid of going out of the house, how ever you might feel. Because they are not going to assume anything. I even wrote of how my father molested me and of how I have PTSD from living in a house with my parents under violent and abusive circumstances. They need to know how bad you really feel, and how it's affecting you. Just be honest.
2007-01-14 08:23:52 · answer #6 · answered by Bud's Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have bipolar and ptsd and obsessive compulsive disorder and lymphededma and lipoedema. what kind of income could i get i cat walk very far and i cant bend down or kneel ,
2015-06-23 16:11:00 · answer #7 · answered by crystal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋