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10/17/2026

After nearly 48 years of supporting herself, Kristina didn't know what she was going to do after her spinal injury.

She shares why she decided to get support for her next steps, and how AppAid made a difference to her experience.

You don't have to navigate this process alone.

10/16/2026

Is your part-time work keeping you from being approved for disability? It's possible.

Social Security looks at how much you earn to determine whether your work meets its Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit. If your earnings are above that limit, that affects your eligibility for disability benefits.

10/15/2026

What are some of the most common myths about disability benefits? The truth might surprise you.⁠
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Many legitimate claims can be denied not because they don't qualify, but because of common mistakes or misunderstandings during the application process.⁠
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Marvin, principal advocate at AppAid, breaks down some of our burning questions about SSDI and SSI.⁠
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10/14/2026

If Social Security says you can still do your past work, does that mean your disability claim is over? Not necessarily.

If your claim is denied, you have the right to appeal. Understanding why Social Security believes you can still do your past work and providing evidence that explains how your condition affects your ability to perform those job duties can be important next steps.

A denial doesn't always mean you're out of options. Knowing why you were denied can help you understand how to move forward.

10/13/2026

Does your doctor make the call if you qualify for disability? Not exactly.

Your doctor’s opinion and medical records are important parts of your disability claim. But even if your doctor believes you can’t work, Social Security makes the final decision on whether you qualify for benefits.

That's why it's important to make sure your full situation—including details about your past job duties and limitations—is fully demonstrated in your application.

10/10/2026

Can you work part-time and still qualify for disability benefits? The answer isn’t always simple.

Working part-time doesn’t automatically disqualify you, but earning below Social Security’s Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limit doesn’t guarantee approval either. Social Security looks at more than just how many hours you work or how much you earn.

Understanding how these rules apply to your specific situation can help you better understand your options.

10/08/2026

What if you’re trying to keep working, but your health is making it harder and harder?

Reducing your hours, needing accommodations, or trying to return to work but being unable to continue because of your condition can provide important information about how your health affects your ability to work.

In some situations, an unsuccessful work attempt may also be considered when Social Security evaluates your claim and can help show what happens when you try to maintain substantial work.

Have questions about the disability claims process? We are here to help.

10/07/2026

If you try to work while waiting for your disability claim to be approved, will Social Security hold that against you?

Not necessarily. In some situations, a short period of work that ends because of your health condition may be considered an unsuccessful work attempt.

There are specific rules Social Security uses to determine whether work may qualify, so simply returning to work does not automatically mean your disability claim is over.

10/07/2026

Filing a disability claim requires a lot of information, but some details can be especially important when showing how your condition affects your ability to work.

Your diagnosis is important, but Social Security also needs to understand your limitations and how they affect what you can do day to day and at work.

Understanding what information matters can help you provide a clearer picture of how your condition affects you.

10/06/2026

What are the qualifications for receiving disability benefits?
The rules can be complicated.

Earning below Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) is an important part of the evaluation process, however you case will still require a through medical evaluation and demonstrate how your condition is limiting your ability to work.

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