[OhKay]

I usually post on BT (as newlyb12def), but read here often.
I've been dying to tell my friends online that I've finally been approved for SSDI. I got a fully favorable OTR decision.
My onset date is Sept. 1st, 2008. I have progressive MS, I'm bipolar II, and have degenerative disc disease. I'll be 30 in July.

I'm SO glad that I can see some light at the end of this tunnel...
but I'm extremely anxious about when I'll receive my backpay and 1st benefit check. My claim is already in Baltimore for processing.
We're in the process of losing our home in a short sale, and I've had to beg for money from family members just to get by (sound familiar to anyone!?). I feel like a scumbag for having my hand out all the time, and really hope that I never have to do this again.

Thank you for "listening."
-Kay

[Hoosier_Daddy]

Congrats! I believe I have chatted with you in BT forum. Not sure what happened to that site. Anyway I am glad you won. This takes alot off you. I also had to beg borrow from family members I still owe my parents. So do not feel bad about that. Hope you health holds up for you!

[OhKay]

Thanks, H_D! I remember you from BT... they are moving their server to a new location, and no one knows when they'll be up and running again. They have had a lot of downtime over the years.

[legalmania]

Thank goodness, I know how hard it is when your sick and you can't work, and the bills are piling up. Hopefully you'll start getting those checks soon. Do you have direct deposit? Don't feel like a skumbag because your sick, I'm sure your family understands.

[OhKay]

Thanks!

I do have direct deposit... and I've been checking my checking account compulsively

[wdwgranny]

Originally Posted by OhKay

Thanks!

I do have direct deposit... and I've been checking my checking account compulsively

awesome for you , glad to hear a happy ending just breath now

[finz]

That's great news ! Congrads !

[dtyree]

It is wonderful and so glad for your new status!

Peace,
David

[OhKay]

I checked my bank account this morning...
all my back pay is there!!!!

I couldn't believe it.
I waited 1 1/2 yrs. to get approved, but I got my back pay within 2 weeks of my lawyer calling to notify me of the decision!

I still haven't received my decision letter, or explanation of benefits; but I guess that's par for the course!

So many loads off of my shoulders now...
I am one happy lady!

[Achilles927]

Good for you! I too had a long road - my wait time was almost double yours - 3 years! I got my decision on Feb 3, 2010 (the judge told me at the hearing I was fully favorable so I didnt have to wait for a letter) and I got my backpay on March1, 2010. My first benefit check will be April 28th. Its def a great feeling to have some of the pressure off isnt it?

Congrats again and good luck.