Applying for Social Security Disability Income
Benefits Can Be Overwhelming.
The application is very extensive and there are thousands of rules and regulations that must be followed
when approving a Social Security Disability claim. If you need representation for an initial application for
Social Security Disability benefits, contact Attorney Barbara J. Welton for a free evaluation of your case.
How Do I Apply for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) Benefits?
An application for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits can be completed one of two ways:
- Online at www.ssa.gov; OR
- Through the local Social Security Administration Office (click here to determine the closest Social Security office nearest you: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp)
Regardless of which way you apply, you will need the following information:
- List of medical providers with addresses and phone numbers;
- Dates of medical treatment (including doctor visits, hospitalizations, lab work, and medical tests);
- Personal information, including dates of prior marriages; AND
- A detailed work history for the past 15 years, including the names, addresses, phone numbers, and dates of employment for each job.
Many people find applying for Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) benefits and prefer to hire an attorney. Call Attorney Barbara J. Welton if you want legal representation for your disability claim.
How Do I Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
Unfortunately, applications for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) cannot be done online. You must contact the Social Security Administration to make an application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Find your local office here: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp
