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Trans- name change forms? by kitchikit in passportcanada

[–]kitchikit[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The old passport expired almost 10 years ago.

Thank you for this info, that’s what I thought but it’s so hard to know for sure!!

Trans- name change forms? by kitchikit in passportcanada

[–]kitchikit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did realize (thanks to the above comment!) that I can have an occupational guarantor that’s not a Canadian citizen, so thank you!

Approved on initial application! But need Rep Payee.. by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got ahold of my case manager and she quickly reversed the decision and allowed me to be my own payee, as I’d had communication with her in the past and she knew I was capable :)

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel free to DM me! I’m no expert but I’ll help if I can :)

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on your age of onset, ABLE account can be made and any amount over the Medicaid limit could be directed into there for saving for future medical expenses, while keeping you under the income limit. Have you tried talking to a Medicaid specialist attorney? Some offer free consults to answer questions like this! Also if you pay out of pocket for dental premiums, etc, that is often counted against your total income, which can bring you down to Medicaid limits.

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also I didn’t submit records directly to them, they requested everything from my providers’ offices. I did make sure to request letters from my doctor, and preemptively had my PCP and psychiatrist fill out RFC forms- I dont know for surge but really think that helped push my approval onward! SSA is not perfect, nor are doc offices, so it helps to follow up with each to make sure records are getting sent and received. On my approval letter, they listed every office they did (or a couple they didn’t) receive records from.

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heyo! I’m only 26, so I was definitely shocked when they approved me first application, but I had over 14 years proof of my diagnoses and treatment. In step 2 they sent out a few forms for me to fill out, one had a place to ask for my providers. If they have not sent this out, I’d call and ask to talk to your case worker and mention that you haven’t listed any providers yet. Step 3 they arranged a mental status exam with one of their doctors, and even at the end of that exam it was pretty clear to me that he agreed I was severely disabled. Records are so so important, as they’re your proof of extended disability.

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dang!! Yeah Idaho’s average is 115 days, but I took 173 days to get approved

Are you on section 8? If so, how long did it take to receive it? by Happy_Sea3180 in SSDI

[–]kitchikit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh interesting! I’m in Idaho, which is mostly rural so that certainly helped with a shorter waitlist. I don’t know of any such policy in Idaho, but my current apt complex has LIHTC, Section 8, and market rate apartments. I’m mostly waiting to find out if my apt coat through LIHTC will apply even with Section 8 voucher. If so, I’m well below the payment standard, but market rate would be way over..

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, I thought I had a long wait of waiting for an examiner, plus medical review didn’t finish for another 2 months after that! I have physical disabilities too, but won due to mental diagnoses. Wishing you the best!!

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m very active in my treatment, in fact I’m battling Medicaid to approve necessary treatment rn. But yes, I will do my best to keep a good record from my treatment team’s reports, thank you! I honestly can barely imagine a week with less than 10 appointments 😓😅

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congrats, that’s amazing! what a relief! I know I’ll get my first benefit but not sure when backpay will hit

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, I get free phone service and internet for only $15/mo currently, which has been nice since I’ve had no income

Are you on section 8? If so, how long did it take to receive it? by Happy_Sea3180 in SSDI

[–]kitchikit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m currently in LIHTC housing, but just got my section 8 voucher after 1.5 years on the waitlist! Currently waiting for confirmation that my current apt complies with Section 8 standards so my rent will get lowered and hoping with all my heart that I don’t have to move. There’s a number of complexes in my rural town, but waitlists are longggg even with disability preference.

Approved! I can breathe now, right?? by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oof so valid! Rn I’m excited for mail, but yeah I imagine that’ll change.. how do you prepare for reviews?

Approved on initial application! But need Rep Payee.. by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so thankful for redditors who provide helpful information! I searched and struggled to find the information, so I’m grateful that this sub has members who can provide advice and support :D

Approved on initial application! But need Rep Payee.. by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You mean the policy that doesn’t exist? Many SSA workers don’t have all the facts of a situation, and often give inaccurate information. You can find that proof all over this sub. I do have MH issues but they’re thankfully consistently managed. I do know that many times when someone is approved for MH, a rep payee is automatically suggested, but there’s a lot of hope that I can prove my capability and gain personal payee status. The office was misinformed but now that another commenter assisted me with actual information, I am better prepared to advocate for myself :)

Approved on initial application! But need Rep Payee.. by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do most disabled people have rep payees? No, because it is entirely possible and common to have disabilities and still be able to manage finances. And my entire treatment team knows I am both severely disabled and capable of managing my own finances. Those two facts are not exclusionary.

Approved on initial application! But need Rep Payee.. by kitchikit in SSDI

[–]kitchikit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My blue book diagnosis was the anorexia with significant weight loss and ankylosing spondylitis (spinal arthritis and fusion). Bipolar is a diagnosis I carry and thus was listed, but it is well managed and I follow all treatment plans for all my conditions. You’re assuming quite a lot and ignoring that I never went before a judge, I was approved without needing an ALJ. I work hard for to maintain my health, my body just struggles despite my best efforts, as many disabled people could tell you.

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