SSDI Archives

12 Mar Qualifying & Paying for Medicare Part A

Posted at 08:00h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

We are often asked about how to qualify for Medicare, so we thought that we would share information about the four parts to Medicarecoverage. Today, we’ll be covering how to qualify for Medicare Part A and ways to access premium-free Medicare Part A coverage. What is...

08 May 5 Social Security Facts You Might Not Know About

Posted at 08:43h in Employment by Triage Cancer

Social Security Column By Essie L. Landry Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Sierra West Area What kind of questions do you and your friends ask about Social Security? When do my benefits arrive? What are Social Security work credits, and do they have anything to do...

10 Apr Can I get both SSDI and Social Security Retirement Benefits?

Posted at 08:12h in Disability Insurance, Finances, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

When making decisions about whether to continue working or take time off after a cancer diagnosis, it is important to understand your options so that you can make an educated decision. Disability insurance (e.g., SSDI) is a way to replace your wages if you need...

10 Jan Getting Back to Work: Ticket to Work Program

Posted at 12:25h in Disability Insurance, Employment by Triage Cancer

If you are receiving disability benefits because of a cancer diagnosis, you may be considering going back to work. You may even be eager to get back to the normalcy of working. As Americans, we get a great sense of worth and identity from our...

01 Mar Can’t Afford to Take Time Off?

Posted at 09:00h in Disability Insurance, Employment, Finances, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

A cancer diagnosis can bring a lot of unexpected expenses. And if you have to take time off work, how do you still pay your bills? Disability insurance can help you manage the costs of a cancer diagnosis. However, navigating the various disability insurance options can...

25 Aug How disability insurance can help pay the bills

Posted at 09:22h in Disability Insurance, Employment, Finances, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

One common concern after receiving a cancer diagnosis is, “How can I continue to earn a living if cancer leaves me unable to work, either for the short-term or long-term?” Disability insurance can provide you with some income when a medical condition, including cancer, leaves...