Oct
05
2012
By Guest (not verified)
I am living/suffering with Lupus and Rhemetoid arthritis. I am unable to work or attend school due to pain, chronique fatigue, vision and concentration problems. Will i qualify? And do i attempt to apply on my own or should i seek help from representation? I am unable to focus and complete documents well. This message has taken me almost an hour to write I have heard such nightmares about the process and i cannot handle the added stress. Please give me any advice is appreciated
Qualifying for Social Security disability with lupus
It is possible to qualify for Social Security disability based on either lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. The following page covers both of these :
http://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/14.00-Immune-Adult.htm
The following relates specifically to lupus :
http://www.ssa.gov/compassionateallowances/Slides%20for%20SSA_Compassion...
You can apply online for disability here :
http://www.ssa.gov/applyfordisability/
Bless you.