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SSDI refers to the Social Security Disability Insurance program. It is tied to the Social Security retirement program, but is for workers who become disabled before retirement age.

Two Kinds of SSDI Disability Benefits

Social Security offers benefits for the retired, the disabled, and members of their families. Disability benefits include both Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Social Security Disability Insurance

• Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) are based on Social Security (payroll) taxes, so to qualify, you must have accumulated “credits” resulting from work experience.
• To receive benefits you must also be so severely disabled that you cannot do “substantial gainful” work.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

• To qualify for SSI, you must have severe financial need.
• To receive SSI benefits, you must also be:
• blind, or
• so severely disabled that you cannot do “substantial gainful” work, or
• at least 65 years of age.

If you can work but only with accommodation from your employer, you can still apply for either (or both) of these disability programs. A lawyer can assist you in avoiding any traps or pitfalls that may occur.

To schedule a free consultation, please call Hedtke Law Firm today at our Upland office at: 909 579-2233 or Chino office: 909 457 0183 or Moreno Valley office at: 951 746 1722.