How to Apply for Social Security Disability Benefits
Maybe you or someone you love recently suffered a serious permanent injury. Or perhaps you have been diagnosed with a medical condition or disease. If you are struggling with a long-term condition that is preventing you from making a living, you may have heard about Social Security disability benefits. Surprisingly, though, many folks don’t know […]
Organization Feature: Legal Council for Health Justice
When a person is living through acute or chronic illness, it’s enough to deal with all the medical necessities. On top of that, many people living in insecure economic brackets experience extra legal complexities, which frequently affect the success of treatment plans. The Legal Council for Health Justice (LCHJ) targets these barriers to good health from […]
Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America is a ministry-based nonprofit that has been dedicated to supporting America’s most vulnerable groups for over 125 years. This remarkable organization has hundreds of human service organizations nationwide. Affordable housing, healthcare, and mental and behavioral support are just some of the services provided by VOA. Their services are administered by both paid […]
What Is Considered a Serious Personal Injury and the Importance of Medical Treatment
A serious injury to you or someone you love can be devastating. But even worse than the event itself is neglecting to receive medical care, only to realize later that the injury was even more severe than you thought. Suddenly, you are facing long-term effects from the injury or even permanent disability – your life […]
Have a Good Memorial Day
A Memorial Day reminder to enjoy yourself and give thanks to those who have given their lives to protect our country.
What to Do If You Were Denied Disability with Cancer
According to Cancer.org, the most recent statistics say that 1 in 2 American men and 1 in 3 American women are at risk of developing some kind of cancer in their lifetime. For many with cancer, the symptoms and/or adverse effects of treatment make it difficult to continue working. Social Security Disability Benefits help to […]
Spotlight on The American Cancer Society
For over 100 years, the American Cancer Society (ACS) has been dedicated to saving lives. This pioneering organization has paved the way in conducting and funding research for the fight against cancer. An estimated one in three people are diagnosed with cancer worldwide. Now more than ever, people need accessible support and information regarding their […]
Spotlight on C4 Community Counseling Centers of Chicago
Since 1972, Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4) has been providing mental and behavioral health services to those in need. Originally, they helped individuals in the Uptown and Edgewater communities transition back into daily life after being released from psychiatric hospitals. Today, the organization serves the greater North Chicago communities with multiple locations. Their clinical […]
Your Guide to Recent Changes to the Musculoskeletal Listing for SSD
On April 2, 2021, the Social Security Administration (SSA) made extensive revisions to their listing of impairments specific to musculoskeletal disability and related disorders. The criteria used to evaluate Social Security disability claims related to all types of musculoskeletal impairments was updated for multiple reasons. These include public feedback regarding the listing, advances in medical […]