Spotlight on Thresholds
For those battling serious mental illness and substance use disorders, the ordinary hurdles of life can feel extraordinary and, at times, insurmountable. But everyone deserves support and care to get their life back on track. Recovery services for those in need — including youth, veterans, young single mothers, the homeless, and deaf individuals — can […]
How to Apply for Disability Benefits for Multiple Sclerosis
If you or someone you love is living with multiple sclerosis (MS), you know that every day brings new challenges in mobility and quality of life. With a disease that affects the spinal cord, brain, and optic nerves, this should come as no surprise. And though some people are able to live with this autoimmune […]
It’s Here! The 2022 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)
For the over 60 million Americans who receive monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, 2022 has brought notable change. The annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is a yearly calculation to ensure inflation is taken into account when determining monthly SS benefits. The 2022 COLA increase this year is 5.9 percent, the biggest boost […]
Spotlight on Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports that one in five adults have experienced symptoms of a mental illness. Despite this, mental illness has historically not been given the same consideration as physical ailments. Fortunately, this is starting to change. In the past few years, there is a growing awareness about mental health and […]
The Impact of Asian Human Services
The past year has been a challenging one for millions of Americans, but perhaps especially hard for new immigrants. The COVID-19 pandemic, an increase in racially targeted violence across the country, and the outcries of various anti-immigration groups have made for a less-than-hospitable environment for refugees seeking solace in the United States. This is why […]
Can You Get Social Security Disability for Breast Cancer?
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and if you are currently battling breast cancer or have a loved one who is, you are not alone. In fact, 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with invasive breast cancer, making it the most common cancer among American women. If you have breast cancer, it’s important to know […]
Does Your Child Qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Disability Benefits?
Many parents would attest: there is little they wouldn’t do for the sake of their children. But for families below the poverty line with disabled children, additional financial stressors and vulnerability can feel oppressive. Children’s Supplemental Security Income, or Children’s SSI, can be a much needed lifeline for families that care for special needs children. […]
What You Should Know About the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce
The COVID-19 pandemic has been tough on many local businesses across the United States. Many lost business, or even shut down entirely. But those that made it through the worst of the pandemic are now ramping up their operations in preparation for reopening fully. Organizations such as the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce provide resources […]
The 7 Levels of Review for a Social Security Disability Claim
According to the Annual Statistical Report of the Social Security Administration (SSA), 3-7% of Americans live on Social Security disability benefits, depending on the state. In other words, this government program provides an invaluable safety net to a multitude of people — many of whom would otherwise be unable to support themselves due to their […]