There are some people in the nation who attach a negative stigma to the words disability and disabled. In most cases, this is because an individual has anxieties when it comes to people with disabilities. This is especially true in our society when it comes to mental conditions. Because of how these conditions are portrayed […]
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Kids familiar with disabilities are less apprehensive about them
Posted on September 6th, 2013 by Jeff Rabin
What is Supplemental Security Income?
Posted on August 29th, 2013 by Jeff Rabin
If you’re like a lot of our readers, then you’ve probably wondered what Supplemental Security Income is and who can apply for such benefits. Whether your questions about SSI came up because you heard it mentioned by someone else or are currently applying for disability benefits yourself, knowing what SSI is and how it can […]
Some call on Congress to ‘scrap the cap’ on Social Security taxes
Posted on August 9th, 2013 by Jeff Rabin
As many of our Illinois readers know, some of the benefits programs offered by the Social Security Administration are funded by payroll taxes from across the nation. But while the system is working, in theory, it’s hard not to notice that the programs are running short on money and relatively quickly. Some politicians feel that […]
Why aren’t more people taking advantage of Ticket to Work?
Posted on August 2nd, 2013 by Jeff Rabin
Have you heard of the Ticket to Work program? If you’re new to our blog or are not familiar with the Social Security Disability system, chances are you may not have heard of it. Offered by the Social Security Administration, this program offers individuals with a disability the chance to reenter the workforce while still […]
Will the Affordable Care Act really help disabled people?
Posted on July 25th, 2013 by Jeff Rabin
Controversy has been in a constant state of circulation ever since President Obama announced his plans to launch the Affordable Care Act. Touted as some to be the solution to the nation’s health care woes, others may not see it as helpful as it intends to be. This could be found to be especially true […]
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