thanks Janke. Yes I do have both claims in. I confirmed that today. Even my last denial says: Claim for: Period of disability, disability insurance benefits, and supplemental security income. So I should be good to go If found disabled, but after my insured date of 12/31/2007. I would then be disabled under SSI and still be able to get benefits, although alot less. I definately qualify regarding finances and resources. I wouldn't get medicare either, but will still be able to get medical insurance thru the state. Also food stamps as ssi income does not count against food stamps in arizona. But am hoping for a favorable ssi decision before 12/31/2007. My alledged onset date is 6/1/2002.