A common concern for those interested in applying for Social Security Disability—especially if it’s your first time—is knowing when to stop working. Many people feel as though they are unable to continue working due to a disability, illness or injury, but are afraid to stop working because of the loss of income while they wait for a decision. Remember, it can take up to seven months to get a decision on your disability claim. This is extremely understandable; with medical bills, families to support, and prescriptions to buy, being financially stable is a necessity.

Working Part-Time

There is not one, simple answer to how you can stay secure while you wait to hear back from Social Security, but there are a few options to consider. One option is to work part-time. As long as you earn less than $1,070 a month (gross), you are still technically eligible for Social Security Disability. In other words, you are allowed to make a small income while waiting to hear back from Social Security. Additionally, you can also contact your local Social Services Office to see if you qualify for other types of aide should you decide to stop working.

How We Can Help

Managing your Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can present a number of questions and challenges you may not feel equipped to handle on your own. At Tracy Law Firm, PA, we have years of experience helping people with all aspects of their SSD claims, providing responsive and consistent guidance and answering all of your questions in a quick and comprehensive way.

For additional help related to Social Security Disability benefits, give us a call at 888-503-6612 or contact us online. You pay no attorney’s fees unless we help you attain a positive outcome in your case.