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Can You Get Disability For Autism?

    If you or your loved one has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you may be wondering if you can get disability benefits. The answer is often yes – autism can qualify for disability benefits through both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs.

    However, not all cases will qualify. Keep reading to learn more about the criteria needed to secure benefits for you or a loved one.

    Afterward, call (312) 431-1000 to schedule your consultation with our team. Remember, there are never any out-of-pocket costs to you!

    Does Autism Qualify for Disability Benefits?

    The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes autism as a potentially qualifying mental medical impairment. However, simply having an autism diagnosis isn’t enough to secure disability benefits. To qualify for disability benefits, you must show that your autism significantly impacts your ability to work or, for children, causes severe functional limitations.

    Understanding SSI Disability Benefits for Autism

    Is autism a disability for SSI? Yes, autism can qualify for SSI benefits, which are particularly important for:

    • Children with autism (since they haven’t worked to qualify for SSDI)
    • Adults with autism who have limited work history
    • Individuals with limited income and resources

    How to Qualify for Autism Disability Benefits

    To approve disability benefits for autism, the SSA looks for evidence of:

    For Children:

    • Significant difficulties with verbal and nonverbal communication
    • Limited social interaction skills
    • Restricted interests or repetitive behaviors
    • Problems adapting to change
    • Difficulties learning and applying new skills

    For Adults:

    • Inability to communicate effectively
    • Problems maintaining social relationships
    • Difficulties adapting to workplace changes
    • Challenges with planning and organization
    • Sensory sensitivities that impact work ability

    Required Medical Evidence For Autism

    To support your claim, you’ll need:

    • Detailed medical records of your autism diagnosis
    • Documentation from therapists and healthcare providers
    • School records showing functional limitations
    • Evidence of ongoing treatments and therapies
    • Reports from work attempts or job coaching programs

    Common Challenges When Applying For Benefits

    Many people face challenges when seeking disability benefits for autism because:

    • Autism affects each person differently
    • Symptoms can vary in severity
    • Documentation requirements are complex
    • The application process can be overwhelming

    How an Attorney Can Help

    An experienced disability attorney can:

    • Evaluate your unique situation
    • Gather appropriate medical evidence
    • Complete application paperwork correctly
    • Communicate with Social Security
    • Appeal denied claims
    • Represent you at hearings

    The Application Process

    When applying for autism disability benefits, you’ll need to:

    1. Document all medical treatments and therapies
    2. Provide detailed information about daily limitations
    3. Submit evidence of how autism affects the ability to work
    4. Complete all required SSA forms
    5. Respond promptly to any requests for additional information

    Contact Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates, Ltd. Today

    Getting disability benefits for autism can be complex, but you don’t have to navigate the process alone. Our experienced disability attorneys understand how autism affects daily life and work ability. We’ve helped many Illinois residents successfully obtain the benefits they deserve.

    Contact us today for a free consultation about your autism disability claim. Our compassionate team will guide you through every step of the process, fighting to secure the benefits you need.

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    My experience with Jeffrey A Rabin has been very good.

    My approval of Social Security disability benefits came much quicker than I had expected. I first met with an associate on April 16, 2020 and we filed my application on May 21, 2020. My application was approved on August 3, 2020, only around a four month process. Even though we were at the beginning of this coronavirus outbreak when we started, it was easy to contact them and complete this process.

    David Janis

    Chicago, IL

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    Thank you so much for all you and the staff have done for me.

    It meant a lot to me every time I called and whoever I talked to knew all about my case. It was wonderful that I didn’t get pushed from one person to another. Your staff was always happy; they acted like they personally know me. But most of all I CAN’T BELIEVE HOW FAST YOU HAD MY CASE DONE. You and your staff really put a smile on my face. Thank you for doing what I couldn’t get done. Everyone will know Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associate

    Eric Morris

    Chicago, IL

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    This was an outstanding experience for me from my first appointment to the last.

    This Law Firm was very professional kind and considerate of me and my disability. They knew exactly what it was like for me in the real world and absolutely essential to help me explain that and my disability to the Social Security Administration. I definitely could not have done this without them and they have changed my life for the better forever. In my eyes they are the best social security disability law firm in Chicago and the suburbs.

    Steven Sidbeck

    Chicago, IL

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    I filed for my disability and got denied twice. So I decided that I needed help of a lawyer.

    I began to search and in the process of me searching I always look @ the reviews if I see more bad than good reviews I move on to the next, but not with these guys I didn’t they helped me thru the whole process and assured me if there was a problem or concern I had to reach out and they would help me anyway they could, I dealt with with a few ppl there in the office I must say from the receptionist down to the paralegals they are awesome...

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    Chicago, IL

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    I wanted to say thank you for everything that you did for me, I greatly appreciate it.

    You believed in me when a lot and social security did not. I was a risk for you to pay for my medical records, not knowing if you would win, if I had not won you would have been out of a lot of money and time. I have known other attorney’s, and have worked with them in the past, but they are nothing like you! You are a very kind generous human being with compassion. I pray that God will bless you practice and make you very successful ...

    Patricia M.

    Chicago, IL

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