Welcome to NT....

Boy, you bring up a very good question. Your situation has many angles.
I am unable to get a new job (so far) because of my condition which is progressively getting worse. I'm currently collecting Unemployment due to my prior job closing it's doors, and I continue to look for work in the hopes that 'something' might come along, such as home-based employment.
I don't want to file for Disability while I'm on unemployment. So, I'm kind of in a 'Loop hole' at the moment.

A lot will probably depend on which state you are from.
I can't really offer you any suggestions, as I don't know much at all about this.
But, there are some here who DO know a lot, so I'm sure you'll get some good feedback.

You might want to think about getting an advocate or attorney to help you.

I hope things work out in your favor.
I understand your frustration

Rae