Oct 10, 2018 · For your SSDI application to be approved, you must demonstrate severe or total disability: an injury or condition that prevents you from engaging in “substantial gainful activity” (i.e., …

Social Security helps workers and their families during debilitating illness or injury. Learn everything you need to know about claiming SSDI or SSI benefits.

Dec 22, 2025 · What are SSI and SSDI? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) both pay benefits to people who the Social Security Administration (SSA) …

Sep 21, 2021 · Mathematically speaking, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is calculated in the same way as Social Security retirement benefits. Both are based on your record of “covered …

Dec 31, 2025 · You are permitted to work while collecting disability benefits, but Social Security limits the amount you can earn. If you are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), payments can …

Jul 7, 2021 · Disability benefits are intended to support people who are largely unable to work because of a severe medical condition, and Social Security strictly limits how much you can earn from work …

Jun 8, 2021 · See if you should apply for both SSDI and SSI, two Social Security programs for disabled beneficiaries that can work concurrently depending on income.

Apr 11, 2022 · SSDI beneficiaries automatically qualify for Medicare coverage after a waiting period; what to know about benefits, costs and the terms of coverage.

Dec 2, 2025 · This calculator estimates your monthly Social Security retirement benefits based on your earnings history and the age when you start to claim benefits.

Dec 31, 2025 · Compare eligibility and benefits rules for Social Security Disability Insurance and VA disability compensation; you may qualify for both programs.