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Disability question

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Hey Everyone!
I'm new here. I love this place!
I was wondering if I could get some advice on how to start the ball rolling on getting disability? What do I do and where do I start? Any advice would be so appreciated.

Sincerely, 8thOneDown
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I believe you can just go to socialsecurity.gov and it should walk you through the process...Good luck hon!
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do you need an attorney also??
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some states like California have a state disability program that goes for one year. Look into that and once you clear that hurdle you can start the Fed since the state is usually quicker and easier. The Fed could be 4 to 6 months and a denial dependent on your condition.

Two ppl with the same diagnosis if one gets it the other could be denied, it all ddepends on your doctors word and the test results you have to submit.

Start by calling 1800 772-1213 thats social security's' number. Mondays are a bitch to get through so try after 1pm.

Ouch
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