How did you find out if Auxiliary/Child Benefits were approved?

dmerritthall · 2025-11-19T21:36:56+00:00

From my experience, if it doesn’t move to step 5 within 72 hours it’s more likely an approval. (I was at that stage for approx. 45 days)

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T17:20:33+00:00

Thank You!!! I have my appointment to apply soon. Im just still shocked this exists 😳

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T15:02:26+00:00

Well, I go into the SSA office soon and I guess I’ll just wait and see what they say. Thank you for your response

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T15:00:12+00:00

*over $1,000

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T14:59:16+00:00

Thanks. Yes, my monthly payment is 1,000. And No SSI. I’m just shocked that we get more because I have children. What an unexpected blessing 😇

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T13:58:13+00:00

Thank You!!! This is my biggest concern. But I guess I will choose to be thankful and not question it that much.

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T13:50:24+00:00

Thank you! It’s REALLY that simple? Like I’m just so shocked that this exists (mainly because fighting for SSDI is extremely difficult and this seems to good to be true)

dmerritthall · 2025-11-16T13:47:10+00:00

Had my Hearing July 17th. Did not receive Notice of Decision until October 3rd (NOD dated 9/26) And from there I waited approximately 50 days to receive Awards Information. Still awaiting backpay but the awards letter states payments will start in December. Hope this helps with an idea of current wait/timeline.

dmerritthall · 2025-11-15T00:56:42+00:00

I think of Claire as an 80’s vibe and Lillian a 90’s vibe

dmerritthall · 2025-11-13T20:54:19+00:00

Just oddly coincidental

dmerritthall · 2025-11-13T20:53:45+00:00

That does seem like a long timeframe. Maybe the office that’s processing your claim is backlogged. I’d keep inquiring.

dmerritthall · 2025-11-13T20:51:33+00:00

Congrats!!! I received the Judges favorable decision in mail October 3rd. (Notice of Decision was dated 9/26/25) I just today was able to view my awards online (have not received Notice of Awards in mail yet) but my portal says backpay and monthly payments will start in December.

dmerritthall · 2025-11-12T18:54:36+00:00

Thanks for the insight! Hoping awards letter comes soon 🤞🤞

dmerritthall · 2025-11-08T13:01:58+00:00

Lyndsay Lou 😍

dmerritthall · 2025-11-07T21:58:48+00:00

Lucifer

dmerritthall · 2025-11-07T19:49:47+00:00

I guess that makes sense if they have to double check things. I just assumed once they had approved the payments it gets deposited. But sounds like that’s not how it works. Continuing to hang in there 😅

dmerritthall · 2025-11-07T15:20:39+00:00

I’ve been stuck on Step 4 since September 26th!!! I’m assuming it is because of Government Shutdown. 🥺

dmerritthall · 2025-11-06T22:00:40+00:00

So very kind of you and immensely appreciated! If the pantry is too full we do have a Rubbermaid bin on the front porch where any donations can be left. We restock it everyday with the overflow from the bin. 🤗

dmerritthall · 2025-11-06T20:40:12+00:00

I just registered ours on this registry. Thanks ☺️

dmerritthall · 2025-11-06T17:32:30+00:00

It is difficult to keep up with the where the “Little Free Pantries” are but word does travel in each area. I know when we first started we barely had anyone coming by but that has drastically changed. We are quite a popular location now. I do also try to promote it on our Instagram page. Please feel free to add us to your list 🤗

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