There are two main types of support animals available to people with disabilities: emotional support animals (ESAs) and service animals. ESAs are typically not permitted in public facilities or private businesses. However, service animals are allowed to accompany you in almost any setting. Currently, in the United States, dogs are the only animals that are […]
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What is Long COVID and is it a Disability?
Posted on August 19th, 2021 by Jeff Rabin
Most people who come down with the Coronavirus (COVID-19), and don’t have a life-threatening version of the disease, can make a full recovery within a few weeks. However, some people who contract COVID-19 experience lingering symptoms for weeks or months after the disease is gone. Because post-COVID-19 symptoms vary so greatly, it’s been hard to […]
Dealing with a Disability that’s Invisible
Posted on July 26th, 2021 by Jeff Rabin
What is an Invisible Disability? When someone has a disability, they may use a wheelchair, walker, hearing aid, or another assistance device. However, not all disabilities look like this. Some disabilities show no outward signs despite their impact on a person’s life. According to the Invisible Disabilities Association, an invisible disability is “a physical, mental, […]
Can Your Child Receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
Posted on April 14th, 2021 by Jeff Rabin
Children under the age of 18 can receive SSI if they meet the requirements set forth by the Social Security Administration and there are limited income and resources available in the household. The SSA defines a disability as: A child having a physical or mental condition that seriously limits their abilities and The condition must […]
Non-Medical Requirements for Disability Benefits
Posted on February 23rd, 2021 by Jeff Rabin
Applying for disability can be a long and complicated process. The Social Security Administration (SSA) outlines the medical requirements for qualifying conditions in its Blue Book. But there are also several non-medical requirements for Social Security disability benefits. Non-Medical Requirements for SSI – Supplemental Security Income To qualify for supplemental security income (SSI) benefits, disabled […]