For years, Social Security has struggled to provide even basic levels of customer service. Lengthy wait times for callers, website crashes, and long lines at field offices have become common, and in recent months, service has gotten worse. In 2024, the last year of the Biden Administration, the average wait time for callers was 60
Many veterans with disabilities are surprised to learn you can often qualify for VA service-connected disability benefits and Social Security Disability benefits at the same time. Then they are equally surprised to learn how different the two systems are. Social Security has two disability programs: Social Security Disability Insurance, which is known as SSDI, and
Your disability hearing is one of the most important parts of the disability benefits application process, because your testimony during the hearing can have a major effect on the outcome of your case. Being well-prepared for your hearing starts here. This article is a must-read for anyone who is applying for Social Security Disability benefits
Suicide is a serious public health concern. Overall, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death. But its impact is particularly stark for certain groups of people. Numbers from recent years reveal that for: Ages 10-14 and 25-34: Suicide was the second leading cause of death. Ages 15-24: Suicide was the third leading cause of death. Ages
