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> Update: I'm the one who asked about not having a medical evaluation
> requested by SSA. Got a letter from them today and thought "oh good,
> here's my denial" but no - I got approved! So it's not all in my
> head... well, actually it is. I'm so messed up even the government
> agrees I don't belong in the workplace. Now I understand why so many
> of you say the approval is bittersweet. I will be getting no back
> payment because I last attempted to work in March (it lasted all of 4
> weeks before I went on STD, but oh well).
>
> So now, the big question is: how do I live on $930/month? Are there
> any groups devoted to how to get by on SSDI?
>
> Any ideas for EXTREMELY low stress part time jobs with little or no
> human contact or supervision so I can supplement the income?
>
> Thanks,
> Vivian
>
> . For those who are interested - I applied on my own online (no
> lawyer), I have PTSD, major depression and panic attacks, and the
> whole process took a little over 4 months.
>
Good for you Vi.
Actually you seem to be getting much more then many, on a monthly basis. Yet
You probably will also find that you make too much for some specific
programs designed to help the low income and low income disabled.
You can take advantage of the . program to help keep the food cost
down to a managble level. Google those letters and you should find
directions to a distribution point in your area.
Also local food pantrys sometimes have connections to the same program. One
way you can tell is that the products distributed are not already past thier
use by date.
Check with your local social services to see if you qualify for food stamps
and winter heating assistance. If you own your own home and it is in
disrepair, there may be help available to get it fixed up and more
accessable for you.
It'l be awhile before Medicare kicks in, look for ways to minimize your
perscription costs. Maybe ask the Phamascist? I dunno much about drugs cuz I
stay away from chemicals whenever i can.