Depression Support Group
Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.
I have suffered from migraines since I was 12. The older I get the worse the migraines are. I have probably 27 migraines per month. I also have fibromyalgia, arthritis in my spine, bone spurs in my lower spine, depression, anxiety and degenerative disc disease. The migraines trigger the fibro and the fibro triggers migraines...a vicious cycle. I miss me...the things I used to be able to do, like working, working out, etc; All of my health issues have caused my life to change in ways I never dreamed. I can't work and used to workout faithfully everyday. I have days where I just want to stay in the house. I applied for disability and was denied the first time and I have hired an attorney for the appeal. I was told that I should try and rebuild my life where I am now. I am trying, but..... I look forward to being a part of this group where people understand.
I'm sorry you have to deal with that disability runaround. It's a nightmare.. they dont tell you the first time you apply but you need to have a LOT of supporting documentation, people say you are ALWAYS denied the first time. That is a lie. Typically people dont meet the qualifications for disability and they apply for it instead of a job. Because of those "abusers" it's hard to get disability now.
I'm sorry you had to go to lawyers. They really have a racket going, disability denies people who need it, they have to get lawyers, then the disability money goes to the stupid lawyers.
I had lawyers on my disability claim, and if they were successful they would only take 1/3.... of my money.. every month.. Well that should dip be below the poverty line quick. Doesnt really matter in my case, the lawyers are "evaluating" if my case is suitable for litigation. Which means they will compare the amount of time they have to put in.. then divide by the amount they will make off the case.. = they probably arent going to take the case to litigation and i'm screwed.
I gained SS Disability with the help of an attorney. I have a feeling yours will result in a positive gain for you. I don't think the law has changed, but at that time, the lawyer was paid but was CAPPED at $5,000. My benefit was including back pay to when I filed the claim which came to about $45,000. He got $5,000 of that first pmt. The rest was mind from there on out.
Welcome to the group. We will try our best to support you.