Year: 2026

During the application process for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA), you may receive a letter requesting you to attend a “consultative examination.” These exams, conducted at the SSA’s request, provide the agency with additional medical information that it can use to assess your eligibility for disability benefits….

Is Social Security only for permanent disability? Not necessarily. You don’t have to be permanently disabled to get Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) benefits, but you do have to be unable to work for 12 months or more to receive disability benefits. To qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits,…

Can you get disability if you never worked? When many people ask this question, they’re referring to Social Security disability benefits under Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). These benefits are not available to people who have never worked, because the benefits are based on the amount the worker has paid…

Social Security implements a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, each year to help make sure benefits keep pace with inflation. If you rely on Social Security, even a modest increase in your benefits can affect your monthly budget, household planning, and financial stability. What is the COLA increase for 2026? Here’s…

When a disability leaves you unable to work, you have options for receiving the financial assistance you need. Two of the most common sources of that assistance are Long Term Disability (LTD) insurance and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). While both provide financial benefits to qualifying individuals who cannot work,…

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can feel overwhelming at any stage of life, particularly when dealing with a serious health condition that prevents you from working. Many Oklahoma residents who have spent decades contributing to the Social Security system wonder whether their age might influence their chances of…

Warmer weather and shifting climate patterns are turning into a boon for disease-carrying ticks. Reports indicate that tick outbreaks are surging, spreading dangerous diseases and illnesses that can cause life-long medical complications. Lyme disease is one such illness.  People with Lyme disease can face painful symptoms and constant fatigue, preventing…

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, or EDS, does not show up the same way every day. Some days your body cooperates well enough to get through work. On other days, pain, fatigue, or dizziness can derail your plans without warning. That inconsistency is what leads people to ask whether Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a…

Anxiety disorders affect millions of Americans, making everyday tasks feel overwhelming and work nearly impossible. When severe anxiety prevents you from maintaining employment, you may wonder if you qualify for disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) recognizes that mental health conditions can be just as limiting as physical impairments. …

Living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) can feel overwhelming, especially when symptoms prevent you from maintaining employment. The financial strain of lost income, combined with mounting medical expenses, creates additional stress during an already difficult time. Still, many people with POTS experience severe symptoms and functional limitations that interfere…