The grammar police doesn't reside here. There are NT members with cognitive issues, neurological issues and brain injuries, and it's expected that we be supportive of one another. I never know when I'm going to start swapping out words that are close, but not quite correct, so I tend to do lots of editing myself.
You should be aware that some states have monetary subsidies added to SSI beneficiaries' payments, different rules for programs like food stamps while collecting SSI and different rules for Medicare subsidies. If you're approved, you should research all those issues before moving.
When you wrote partner, does that mean you are living with a same sex partner? SS doesn't recognize either gay marriage or common law marriage of same sex couples, which for SSI recipients, so that his income and savings won't be counted as your resources (although this might change at some point).
You should not share any bank accounts with anyone. If after approval SS decides you need a Representative Payee, shoot me a pm and I'll hunt up a link on how your account should be set up. In fact, does SS have an account in just your name on file for direct deposit? It's not uncommon to receive a payment well before you receive the written approval. You wouldn't want to delay payment by not providing your account info.
You can get a cell phone that is subsidized by the government. Even having a loud whistle that you wear on a lanyard around your neck might be enough to attract attention if you're prone to falling. --I've fallen on my stairs over the years, and have learned that it is very important to always have one hand on the banister going both up and down. It can me the difference between a close call and a bad fall. Go as slowly as you need to and try turning sideways to see if that helps reduce any stress on your joints.
Even if you have to keep trying new doctors at sliding scale clinics, keep at it. SS can do a review in as little as one year after approval. They'll look back at one year's worth of records. After your long wait it would be a shame to have to go through a long form review which isn't fun or even lose your benefits. And, you never know, you might find someone that is really helpful. (BTW, why won't they do a knee replacement?)
If you've gained weight and need to exercise, try swimming! The YMCA has sliding scale memberships, and so I'm sure you could attend for free. Low impact yoga is worth checking out as well.
Best of luck.
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Originally Posted by cooljjay
Thanks for the response! It always makes me feel better to hear from others in the same pool.
Because I didn't work for so long I was unsure what to apply for but SS stated when I ask that if I was eligible for disability it wouldn't be called SSDI.
The first application was denied and I am not sure what the attorney did I would have to look back in paper work. I did sign the papers from the attorney to move my AOD.
What happened was that in Cali I had Kaiser, when I was forced to come out here I lost my medical it took me probably a year to get my medical restarted and the medication. In that time my body has gotten worse and I had finally found a counselor who had her own practice in PTSD and help me alot. I cannot remember the exact reason why he did it, but at the time before the hearing it all made since and so I went with his recommendation. I do truly like my attorney and this is why I don't want to bug him with to many questions. He said to me that he had three other clients that have the exact arthritis I do and they were awarded. I felt a huge sigh of relief as he actually knew what I am suffering from.
I know I want to get medical help so bad! In cali I had an amazing rehumy and because of the effects of enbrel and she couldn't believe how bad I was. I was tested regular to insure my blood work was fine and chest xrays done regularly. She even called me on her own personal time to make sure I was getting medical attention. Here I never get blood work, I can't get medication from my rehumy as they are 150 miles away and the other rehumys are 300 miles away one direction. The only good doctor I have is for pain management, and he is from Utah. My physiologist poisoned me with anti depressants as he didn't look into my medical record over a year I was experience horrible reactions to a medication he told me was safe.
I really want to get disability so I am able to move to missouri, the town I am looking at is right in the middle of two large cities and I know I could seek the medical help I need. That is my main reason for wanting disability so I can get professional medical help. My left knee is gone and I have been told by multiple specialist that there is nothing that can be done. I feel down the stairs about a month ago because my foot looked up and my knee couldn't support all my weight. I had no phone and though I was going to be stuck in the basement. It is very depressing to be 30 years old and having to face this. I used to be a landscaper and now I can't even maintain potted plants...
I think you are right, I just need to wait because I also feel that he believes I will be approved I am just nervous and really want to get better medical help before I can't walk anymore. PPS I hope we can all be mature and not bash me for grammar...I am not proof reading forum posts  |