The Social Security Administration is taking online applications for one of its main disability programs after years of trying to simplify and move the process online, an effort the agency’s ...

The Social Security Administration is launching a yearslong effort to simplify and move online the application for Supplemental Security Income, a means-tested program for people with disabilities ...

Fact checked by Vikki Velasquez The Social Security Administration (SSA) handles applications for Social Security benefits, including retirement, disability, survivor, and more. You can apply for any ...

From 2010 through 2018, Social Security examiners approved around 36 percent of initial disability applications, according to the agency’s most recent annual report on the SSDI program.” ...

Social Security has two disability benefit programs. ... Rather, you'll need to make an appointment to visit your local Social Security office, or you can apply by phone by calling 1-800-772-1213.

Social Security Disability Insurance can help make ends meet if you suddenly can't work anymore. ... How to Apply for Social Security Disability. By Matt Frankel – Apr 14, 2016 at ...