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Old 07-24-2008, 04:14 PM #1
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Default I'm In Shock.......But Relieved!!

On 6/4/2008 I submitted my application to SS for disability benefits. I kept a printout of the confirmation and a copy of all subsequent communication I received from them.

Well, today - in the mail - I received my Notice of Award for SSDI to begin in September 2008!

I'm in shock.......less than 2 months from the date I applied I was approved??? Is that normal?

I must be livin' right (my Dad used to say that) or my guardian angel is working overtime in my corner.
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WHAT!!!!!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!
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that's wonderful news, Kitty !!

especially because the backlog was so bad a while back...

but apparently, they've instituted a new program to clear up the backlog:

In an attempt to speed up the application process, beginning in August of 2006, the SSA implemented changes to the application process in the six-state New England region, on a trial basis. On December 1, 2007, the SSA implemented the program nationwide.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_...lity_Insurance
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Yeah!!!! That is great Kelly. What a relief that must be for you. Are you breathing better now? lol I hope so. I know I did when I got my award letter.

Yes, you are living right AND you have a guardian angel looking over you.
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woohoo congrats....hey can you apply if undx..?? I wonder...just for future I am wondering ...in case I get even worse...and have troubles working...hugsss,sarah
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Congratulations, Kelly! You must of had all your ducks in a row when sending in your application and supporting documentation - or was it all your angels in a row?
One more thing to celebrate!
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Thats great...... I filed for my retirement 2 months ago......Had a couple of PI's watchin' me...But no other progress.....

I am very happy for you....!!
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woohoo congrats....hey can you apply if undx..?? I wonder...just for future I am wondering ...in case I get even worse...and have troubles working...hugsss,sarah

I'm not sure, Sarah, but it's worth a call to SS to find out. The toll free number listed in my paperwork is 800-772-1213.

I hope you get to feeling better. I'm sure the heat and humidity isn't helping, either....
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Kelly thats great news and no its not normal again congrats
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Kelly, What a relief! Congrat's!
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