Adult Disability
Are You Eligible to Apply for Social Security Benefits?
If you are unable to work, you may be entitled to Social Security benefits. However, you must meet certain established criteria to receive this compensation. The adult disability attorneys at Agee Clymer are here to help you navigate the Social Security system and obtain financial stability.
To Qualify for SSDI Benefits, You Must:
- Be younger than your full retirement age;
- Be blind or have a medically confirmed disability that is expected to keep you out of work for a year or longer;
- Be a U.S. citizen or authorized to participate in the Social Security program;
- Have paid into Social Security or be the dependent of someone who has;
- Accrued enough work credits if you are an adult; and
- Meet other necessary requirements, as explained on the SSA website.
To Qualify for SSI as an Adult, You Must:
- Be younger than your full retirement age;
- Blind or disabled in a way that would qualify you to receive SSDI benefits;
- Have no or very limited income;
- Have few financial resources or assets;
- Be a U.S. citizen or national, or be in a specific category of legal aliens;
- Reside in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or the Northern Mariana Islands;
- Have lived in the United States for at least a full calendar month or 30 consecutive days prior to applying;
- Grant the SSA permission to request your financial records from financial institutions; and
- Meet other necessary requirements, as explained on the SSA website.
Do You Exhibit Signs That You Will Be Approved For Disability?
If you believe you have a medical impairment that prevents you from performing full-time work, you may file an application for SSDI or SSI benefits with your local Social Security office. You may also file your application online or start the process over the phone.
Your Adult Disability Benefits Experts
As Columbus-based Social Security disability attorneys, we are available to answer questions. We do, however, encourage Ohio residents to prepare and submit their initial SSDI and SSI applications on their own. We are best prepared to assist with SSDI denials and appeals of rejections for SSI benefits. To schedule a free consultation with an SSDI/SSI attorney in Columbus, Ohio, call Agee Clymer at (614) 221-3318.