Disability hearing? (Americans only)

[DukeNukem]

On Monday, November the 15th, at 12:30 noon, I am going to have a hearing for my disability appeal. Long story short, about a year ago, I had to reapply for SSI disability benefits and was denied, so I appealed it, my disability check keeps on coming. But now, I'm really worried. How am I going to convince them that I am legally disabled enough to keep on receiving my disability check? I had a post about it on AFF several months ago about a hearing (listing my symptoms of autism) that was ultimately canceled and rescheduled for this date, but looks like Pikajedi deleted it, that bastard. I'm scared that my disability benefits are ultimately going to be cut off, that I will be homeless just because I couldn't get the benefits that I legitimately deserved. I just want this worrying to end and just be able to keep on living on what little income the SSI checks provide! Sometimes, I really despise the USA government and the way they run things in this God-forsaken country.

["couldbecousin"]

Are you still Duke Nukem on AFF? I'm trying to find your posts. Have you asked Pikajedi if he deleted it?   

[Queen Victoria]

I'm not 100% sure, but a doctor's diagnosis and a list of medications prescribed and what they're prescribed for would be helpful.

School records that show you were in special education, if this applies.

Other than that I'm not too sure.  The Princess Royal has multiple handicaps and is on her father's social security, but since we had documentation from the time she was 6 all the way through school it was no problem having her declared disabled.

[Adam]

["couldbecousin"]

I'm not 100% sure, but a doctor's diagnosis and a list of medications prescribed and what they're prescribed for would be helpful.

School records that show you were in special education, if this applies.

Other than that I'm not too sure.  The Princess Royal has multiple handicaps and is on her father's social security, but since we had documentation from the time she was 6 all the way through school it was no problem having her declared disabled.

   Also, contact any doctors or social workers who were involved when you were awarded disability payments the first time. Just my 2 cents.

[ῦ]

How am I going to convince them that I am legally disabled enough to keep on receiving my disability check? I had a post about it on AFF several months ago about a hearing (listing my symptoms of autism) that was ultimately canceled and rescheduled for this date, but looks like Pikajedi deleted it, that bastard.

Funny how you assume it's me - I'll remind you that there are other members of the moderation staff, both present and past.

As it happens, your thread had been neither deleted nor hidden - not even locked. I would recommend you book an appointment with the optician at your earliest convenience.

Rather than letting you sit and stew in a fog of your inability to google, Have a link directly to it, all prim and proper.

Actually, since you seem to have cleaned up your act here, I'll unmute you on a probationary period at AFF now.

*edit*

There you are, unmuted.

[Parts]

You have to show proof of unemployablity , letter from your doctor stating the level of disability and such.  It depends on the state in Ct they help till 21.  You need to contact social services to find out what you need and get help if necessary 

[DukeNukem]

How am I going to convince them that I am legally disabled enough to keep on receiving my disability check? I had a post about it on AFF several months ago about a hearing (listing my symptoms of autism) that was ultimately canceled and rescheduled for this date, but looks like Pikajedi deleted it, that bastard.

Funny how you assume it's me - I'll remind you that there are other members of the moderation staff, both present and past.

As it happens, your thread had been neither deleted nor hidden - not even locked. I would recommend you book an appointment with the optician at your earliest convenience.

Rather than letting you sit and stew in a fog of your inability to google, Have a link directly to it, all prim and proper.

Actually, since you seem to have cleaned up your act here, I'll unmute you on a probationary period at AFF now.

*edit*

There you are, unmuted.

Oh, I forgot that I posted that in the member's only section. I just wasn't logged in when I was searching for my post. Thanks, Pikajedi.

[Osensitive1]

You have to show proof of unemployablity , letter from your doctor stating the level of disability and such.  It depends on the state in Ct they help till 21. 

Are you saying doctors there don't provide statements of disability for adults? 

[DukeNukem]

This is a serious thread, Soph. Please keep the unfunny memes to the minimum possible.

[Callaway]

I could move the thread to the Actual Problems forum if you want me to, Pentagram.  That would make it even more obvious to everyone else this is a real problem you are having and need help with.

My aunt is on Social Security disability because of her brittle diabetes.  She was denied the first time and was awarded it on appeal, so they had to pay her a large check for the time she had been denied it.  I think she hired a lawyer for the appeal who specialized in Social Security cases who didn't get paid unless he won. 

[Osensitive1]

^Yes, Callaway and the queen give good advice. Never been through the process, but looked online and it does seem current medical records and representation are key.

[DukeNukem]

I could move the thread to the Actual Problems forum if you want me to, Pentagram.  That would make it even more obvious to everyone else this is a real problem you are having and need help with.

My aunt is on Social Security disability because of her brittle diabetes.  She was denied the first time and was awarded it on appeal, so they had to pay her a large check for the time she had been denied it.  I think she hired a lawyer for the appeal who specialized in Social Security cases who didn't get paid unless he won. 

This is pretty much the only section of the forums that I look on, and post on. So I don't think I want this topic to be moved yet.

Oh, and I am still being payed my benefits, but it would be nice to get a nice, big check to put into my savings for all of the time I had to worry about being cut off.

[Parts]

You have to show proof of unemployablity , letter from your doctor stating the level of disability and such.  It depends on the state in Ct they help till 21. 

Are you saying doctors there don't provide statements of disability for adults? 

They do but it seems to be a cottage industry around here with lawyers advertising they will get the benefits for you just a note from you doctor will not always do

[Adam]