My Temporary Disability has become exhausted. So far, I have been guided to either apply for Social Security, or go on Welfare. I wish that I had a little warning that it was going to end....I miscalculated by doing my own math a few months ago, and thought that it was ending as of Feb. So, tis the season to stop having an income (I am not Workers Comp case).

Any suggestions? Any guidance tools? Any similar situations?

I am not sure what temporary disability is. Is it through work? If i were you I'd apply for Social Security disability immediatly. It is a long process but maybe since you have had temporary disability it will go faster for you. You could start the process on line at www.socialsecurity.gov. There is a section on disability with worksheets and online application.

I forgot every state is different.

Temp Disability is a state thing, that only lasts a short amt of time. As opposed to Permenant Disablity that is for the rest of your life. It is not through work, but through the state. I do not have anything through work.

That is cool that your state has that. All we can get in In. is medicaid and food stamps but thank god for those. I applied for ss disability 11/01 and didn't even get a hearing till 2/2003 and finally got it. I am pretty sure you have to be disabled for six months to get it but all that info is on there site again apply asap. The cool thing was I got one very large check for about 2 years worth and had a nice vacation and caught up on my bills. Good Luck and Happy holidays

I have been guided to either apply for Social Security, or go on Welfare.
You can collect Welfare until your Social Security Disability kicks in (if you win).

However, if you are applying for SUPPPLEMENTAL Social Security Disability AND collecting welfare, you will be responsible in REIMBURSING Welfare all the payments they paid you off the top of your SUPPLEMENTAL Social Security Disasbility if you win.

You seem to make a good point. I am sorry, but I do not understand. IF I am applying for Social Security, is it automatically called Supplementary Social Security? And CAn you be on both SS, and Wefare? ALSO, what is this SSI along with disability social security?


I am in a tight spot here, and unfortun. I do not have any help, or any knowledge about this subject. Need some help. I have an appointment for a SS interview. And I have gathered all the info they asked for...thats all I know.

Thanks so much for the help!!!!

IF I am applying for Social Security, is it automatically called Supplementary Social Security?
It will depend on your work history if you have any.
If you have a long work history then you have paid enough into the system to have earned enough credits to qualify for Social Security Disability.
If you have never worked and/or have a sproatic work history you may not have earned enough work credits. Therefore, you will only qualify for Supplimental Social Security Disability.

SSI & SSDI are two different disability programs.
You can find out more information at the Social Security Disability website: http://www.ssa.gov/
And CAn you be on both SS, and Wefare?
That may depend on your state's Welfare laws, the amount of your Social Security Disability check & if you are the head of your household/sole provider.
Example: In my state because I am getting the max in Social Security Disability, I am not entitled to "Welfare" however, I am entitled to food stamps as long as I keep my bank account to no more than $3000.
I am not getting food stamps however, this info is good to know "just in case". :D
ALSO, what is this SSI along with disability social security?
Again, see the SSD website.

If you feel like you are getting overwhelmed in the paperwork, suggest that you get an attorney that specializes ONLY in Social Security Disability cases. The initial consultation is *free*.
DO NOT GET THE ONES YOU SEE ON TV. Check your local Yellow Pages for one and/or hopefully a poster from your state can recommend someone or a firm.


Good luck! :angel:

Thanks. That was a wonderful, and thorough explanation. I appreciate your time. Its a very confusing and stressful financial time for me. And I have limited information resources...I am kind of doing this all on my own. Thanks again. :wave:

babs , I sure hope you get it taken care of , life sometimes isn't fair . Good Luck .