Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
For people with limited income and resources who are disabled, blind, or age 65 or older.
Disabled Windows and Widowers Benefits (DWB)
For people who are at least 50 and become disabled after the death of their spouse
Disabled Adult and child benefits (DAC)
For children of people who are deceased or receiving Social Security disability or retirement benefits
Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB)
For people who have worked in jobs covered by Social Security and have a medical condition that meets Social Security's definition of disability
Child's Disability Benefits (CDB)
For children who are disabled
To qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, you must meet the Social Security Administration (SSA) definition of disabled. The SSA organizes conditions that may qualify as disabilities under 14 different categories
You may apply for disability benefits online or by calling Advocates for disability at: 800-887-7984
Some conditions that may qualify for disability benefits include:
Arthritis, Back injuries, Chronic pain, Depression, Anxiety disorders, Bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia, Heart disease. Congestive heart failure, and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).