Social Security Disability. I got it!

[Janice]

As my good friends here know, I have a very bad neck as well as Fibromyalgia. I applied about 18 months ago for Social Security Disability. Last month, I had to testify before a Judge. Today, I got the word that my claim was approved. This is great news for me, as I am unable to work. I'll get a monthly check for the remainder of my life. I'll also be eligible for many other benefits.

I've got sort of mixed emotions about this. I'm naturally happy that I was approved. Still, I'm officially disabled according to the Government, and that's a strange feeling. I don't look disabled, but I can use the handicapped stall in the ladies room. I can get a placard to park in handicapped parking spots. Is anyone here disabled or do you know someone who is, that you want to talk about?

[LuLu Rogers]

I'm so happy that you finally got it Janice! I know it was a long process to get through, but now that you've gotten it things will be so much easier for you. I hope everything works out well :)

[Marvo301]

I'm glad you've been approved. That's good news.

[Stuck In The '70's]

I am so happy that you got it Janice. I know it's been on your mind a lot lately. You absolutely deserve it. I hope everything turns out okay for you now. You are always in my prayers. :)

[Brian Damage]

HELL YEAH!!! I am sooooooooooooo happy for you Janice! This is the best news I heard all day!!!!!!!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

That is great news Janice!

My mom is disabled and it took her so long to fight the system to get her disability. She has had 2 strokes and has severe arthrititis. Her doctor said there was no way she could work. When she went to court the first time they turned her down saying she could get a job as long as she didn't have to sit or stand for more than 30 minutes at a time. What the heck kind of job could that be??? She was living with no income for 3 years before being approved and it has been a miracle for her. Plus she did get a pretty big settlement when they finally approved her because they had to pay her from the time she first filed.

I am so glad this worked out for you. :)

[catlover79]

I'm so glad you got it, Janice. :bighug:

[Brad Russ]

Oh my gosh Janice, this is the best possible news I could ever hear, you have no idea how much I've been thinking about this, and praying about this, and it has happened!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank You Jesus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D As soon as I read this, I ran upstairs and said to my mom guess what, I've got great news, she said what, and I said Janice got disabilty, to which she replied YAHOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :lol: She has been praying so hard for you as well, heck, even Carl has if you can believe that. I feel like crying right now, because I was so scared that you would get denied, and so I feel the greatest sense of relief in the world right now. My heart is literally beating like 100 miles an hour right now. You're my big sis, and we have talked so much about this over the last several months, and so I can't even begin to describe how I'm feeling at the moment. I know this has been a huge burden for you as well, and I know how much you needed this, so I can't even begin to imagine how great you must be feeling right now. I am going to thank God long and good tonight, I just knew it was in His will for you to get this. As I've told you before, with what you've been through, and continue to go through, I don't know anyone who deserves this more than you!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh my gosh, I am just so happy, I am literally over joyed. As you know, I am also on disability, and the perks you receive as a result of being on it is just great. This is going to both help, and change your life in such a positive way Janice, and I am so excited for you. I cannot wait to chat with you on the phone soon, so we can talk all about this. This news has totally made my month, and I seriously could not be any happier for you than I am right now. Congratulations my friend, I love you sooooooooooo much!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :heart: :heart: :heart: :hug:

party: party: party: party: party: party:

[Retro4Life]

Congratulations, and best wishes.

[browneyes106]

That's great news. I have known a few people who have waited a long time to get approved for SSD. It's always relief that process go through.

[Waterston_Fan]

I have a disability and you can't really see it.

I didn't have to go to court but did have some testing to see if I am disabled and also a physical done too.

It's kinda different for me though because I can't go over a monetary limit, like I can't have more than $2,000 in my bank account and a bunch of other stuff.

But paying the rent does help and buying stuff too.

[Family Ties Forever!]

Congrats Janice! :woohoo: :cheers: :party: I'm happy for you. You deserve it. I know what you mean about being labeled as disabled. I know sometimes people don't know I'm disabled by looking at me. I may not necessarily look blind. My sister Becky has both Epilepsy and Mental Retardation. I have two friends that are disabled. One visually impaired and one with Cerebral Palsy.

Again congratulations. :)

[Shine]

Congratulations, Janice. :)

[Schmoopie]

As my good friends here know, I have a very bad neck as well as Fibromyalgia. I applied about 18 months ago for Social Security Disability. Last month, I had to testify before a Judge. Today, I got the word that my claim was approved. This is great news for me, as I am unable to work. I'll get a monthly check for the remainder of my life. I'll also be eligible for many other benefits.

I've got sort of mixed emotions about this. I'm naturally happy that I was approved. Still, I'm officially disabled according to the Government, and that's a strange feeling. I don't look disabled, but I can use the handicapped stall in the ladies room. I can get a placard to park in handicapped parking spots. Is anyone here disabled or do you know someone who is, that you want to talk about?

Congratulations! I'm happy to hear this! I wouldn't feel bad about being called "disabled". There's certainly nothing wrong with it. I've been working with disabled people via the phone for 10 years now and since I can't see them, I have no idea what their actual disabilities are. Most of them are pretty open about their disabilities when they are talking to me, and some of their stories just break my heart!:(

I have to confess, I've used the handicapped stall in the ladies room many times, but I make sure that I'm not keeping someone else from using it first of course! I hope that doesn't make me sound like a bad person. I have a cousin who has Fibromyalgia, and I really didn't know much about it until she told me that she has it. Apparently it's pretty painful, so I hope yours is a mild case.

From what I've been told, it can be hard to get disability, so I'm glad you were approved.

Andrea

[MoonMan]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

[Sharop]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!


MoonMan, you are new here, so maybe you don't know how things work, but there was no excuse for you to make a comment like that. Janice is a kind lady and a good moderator/administrator. Your post was insulting and rude and if you keep up this kind of attitude, you may find yourself banned.

[Brad Russ]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

I'm not going to ruin this thread by telling you exactly what I think of you, I'll just send it through a pm. I will say this though, you are a scumbag piece of ****, who couldn't live a day in this amazing woman's shoes. If you ever dared to say what you just said about Janice to my face, believe me, you would find out first hand what it's like to be on disability you dumb ass mother****er!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! With that said, I'll talk to you in a pm, you punk ass little bitch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[LuLu Rogers]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!


We don't tolerate Bull**** here, so take your pathetic lazy ass somewhere else before somebody knocks the **** out of you! :mad:

[Family Ties Forever!]

MoonMan, you are way out of line here. Not only was what you said rude, but also hurtful. Janice is a great person and doesn't deserve to be treated the way you have treated her. Show her some respect.

[Stuck In The '70's]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
What the HELL. You know you look like a Damn troll. You just register today to post this crap. Why don't you go and crawl under the rock that you came from. Janice deserves everything that she's getting. I have the feeling that you're an ex-member with an agenda. You're going to get your ass banned around here if you keep this up. :mad:

[phoebe7165]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

Wow, only 4 posts and already making an ass of yourself. Go back under your rock, TROLL!!:mad:

[Zoneboy]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

It's people like you that make me wish I had the authority to ban someone.

[phoebe7165]

OK, back on topic!!

Congrats, Janice!! Thankfully, I've never had to deal with things like that, but I hear all the horror stories about all the BS red tape trying to get approved, and how alot of people get turned down the 1st few times. Total BS, but I'm glad things worked out for you!:rock:

[phoebe7165]

What the HELL. You know you look like a Damn troll. You just register today to post this crap. Why don't you go and crawl under the rock that you came from. Janice deserves everything that she's getting. I have the feeling that you're an ex-member with an agenda. You're going to get your ass banned around here if you keep this up. :mad:

Oh, let him get banned. We don't need individuals like that on here.

[PZelda]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
Dear MoonF*g,

I hope you f*ck up your life so badly that you're unable to work, and that you have tremendous difficulty being able to obtain the means to survive. It must be f*cking terrific being such a special, entitled bitter a$$hole day after day. How have you not killed yourself yet? Bitter a$$hole.

F*ck you. Please go kill yourself now.

[phoebe7165]

Dear MoonF*g,

I hope you f*ck up your life so badly that you're unable to work, and that you have tremendous difficulty being able to obtain the means to survive.

One of my favorite lyrics is from a song from the band Extreme -

"We need more feet to walk in one another's shoes."

I think that fits what you just said.

[InspectorExstead]

We don't tolerate Bull**** here, so take your pathetic lazy ass somewhere else before somebody knocks the **** out of you! :mad:

Exactly what I was going to say. And get a life. :mad:

[InspectorExstead]

Janice,
I am SOOOO happy you got the social security disability! I know you've been stressed over that for quite some time. It's insane that it was dragged on this long, but the end result is amazing! It's quite a relief and I'm sure you & your husband are beyond excited. Congrats!!!! :bighug:

[Waterston_Fan]

omg you didn't win the f----ing lottery here. why you so excited?! your whats wrong with america------all these people collecting off the backs of us working poor and then you sit there and announce it proudly like its a windfall from a god dam sweepstakes laughin all the way to the bank saying oh i got my disability check coming let me by myself a new big screen and sit on my lazy ass all day. f___ing lazy biotch. LAAAAAAAA--ZEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

Ah... someone needs a banning, big time!

[Brad]

I'm so happy for you, Janice. I remember when I finally got approved -- the feeling of "this fight is finally over." It was such a relief!

[Jude The Obscure]

Congrats, Janice!! Sorry that it took that long to fight for it. You may remember about me posting about my mom's fight to get hers.

[Janice]

You guys are just wonderful. First for all of the kind words of congratulations, and secondly, for taking on MoonMan. If he/she only knew how sick a person has to be to be approved for disability, and the hoops Social Security makes you jump through. I'd gladly forgo the monthly check and return to work, if I could; but I'm a very sick person. With all that said, I am happy that I have a little income of my own now; and I offer no apologies to creeps like MoonMan.

[Waterston_Fan]

You guys are just wonderful. First for all of the kind words of congratulations, and secondly, for taking on MoonMan. If he/she only knew how sick a person has to be to be approved for disability, and the hoops Social Security makes you jump through. I'd gladly forgo the monthly check and return to work, if I could; but I'm a very sick person. With all that said, I am happy that I have a little income of my own now; and I offer no apologies to creeps like MoonMan.


Did you ban the moonboob?

[Janice]

Did you ban the moonboob?
Yes, I did. Not for their opinion. It was the "f___ing lazy biotch" that sealed moonboob's fate, lol. Nice name, moonboob, lol.

[PZelda]

Yes, I did. Not for their opinion. It was the "f___ing lazy biotch" that sealed moonboob's fate, lol. Nice name, moonboob, lol.

I'm kinda fond of MoonF*g, myself... ;) I mean, uh, what?

It's just as much of a bitch to go OFF social security as it is to get ON it. These guys don't make it easy for anyone, I can say that for sure.

Mine screwed me over so much that they weren't giving me jack (I mean as in zero dollars) when I was only making like $400-$500/month at work. Gee, thanks, guys. :crazy:

Sorry - that's the voice of stress you're seeing here. I've been on it all my life, due to my two disabilities. But my mom was the one receiving my benefits while I was under 18, then when I turned 18, it got handed over to me. Not a lot of problems with them until 1 1/2 years ago. :crazy:

Anyway - I am so glad for you to finally be getting benefits now! What sweet relief. :)

[Chocoholic]

I'm glad you were approved too :) It's a shame that honest people have to go through so much trouble to get approval for things like disability and food stamps while those who know how to play the system get things they don't deserve.

I have vision and hearing impairments, which I was born with. I also have a mild speech impediment. I can't drive, which frustrates me, but I do have a job and right now I don't need any assistance, which I am thankful for.

[Waterston_Fan]

Yes, I did. Not for their opinion. It was the "f___ing lazy biotch" that sealed moonboob's fate, lol. Nice name, moonboob, lol.

Good. :wave:

[Waterston_Fan]

My brother in law's sister is on SSI disability. She gets more than I do and I mean she gets more..

I think it might have something to do with that I live with my mom and she lives with her roomate...

Get this.. she's a drug addict and gets like $600 and food stamps too. Also she calls her brother everyday for money even though she gets SSI and found out also she got arrested for shoplifting. I wonder if that's going to make her lose it now.

I don't get food stamps!! But I do have a job and however a I make, SSI deducts how much they give me.

[PZelda]

My brother in law's sister is on SSI disability. She gets more than I do and I mean she gets more..

I think it might have something to do with that I live with my mom and she lives with her roomate...

Get this.. she's a drug addict and gets like $600 and food stamps too. Also she calls her brother everyday for money even though she gets SSI and found out also she got arrested for shoplifting. I wonder if that's going to make her lose it now.

I don't get food stamps!! But I do have a job and however a I make, SSI deducts how much they give me.
Oh yes, these guys are gonna find out eventually. Big brother, and all that. They'll make her pay it back, and it'll go on her credit report if she doesn't. :)

[Waterston_Fan]

Oh yes, these guys are gonna find out eventually. Big brother, and all that. They'll make her pay it back, and it'll go on her credit report if she doesn't. :)

Yeah. I don't know remember what it's called but I think he takes care of her money kind of thing and that's why he gets called.

I don't know if the SSI knows about her being a drug addict but I think they do know she has a son and I'm sure they will find out about her getting arrested.

[Janice]

I have an uncle who's 65 and has been on disability for his entire adult life. He got it because he was an alcoholic. Back in the old days, a person could get it for substance abuse, but not anymore. It's harder to get SS Disability now. I had to see their doctors, so much paperwork; my lawyer worked hard too. The law firm gets 25% of the lump sum I get. I get it retroactive. I'm happy to pay the lawyer as i never would have won my case without him.

[Janice]

Today, I received the official Judge's decision. It was 15 pages long. He probably speaks into a recorder, and his assistant prepares it. It was actually very interesting, reading how and why he reached his decision; and the factors that influenced him. There were quotes from doctors that I saw a couple of years ago, things I said and that were said to me. I had forgotten half of it. I thought it would be very offical sounding, and a lot of it was; yet some of it was almost warm sounding. He wrote that, "The claimant feels a sense of deep sorrow over the loss of her family members. This, combined with her physical impairments.....on and on". I still haven't finished it. It's like a novel, lol. The story of my life.

[gidgetgrape]

Congratulations Janice. Take care.

[Tweety]

So glad that your claim finally went through, I've heard way too many horror stories about what people have to go through to secure an SSI claim. It's incredible what good, honest people have to go through these days for something like this.

My wife's sister also has Fibromyalgia, and from what I can see, "painful" doesn't even begin to describe it. It's "painful" on GOOD days.

But I'm very glad for you that your claim was finally approved. We trust that maybe you'll sleep a little better tonight! That's gotta be a tremendous relief!

[Family Ties Forever!]

I have an uncle who's 65 and has been on disability for his entire adult life. He got it because he was an alcoholic. Back in the old days, a person could get it for substance abuse, but not anymore. It's harder to get SS Disability now. I had to see their doctors, so much paperwork; my lawyer worked hard too. The law firm gets 25% of the lump sum I get. I get it retroactive. I'm happy to pay the lawyer as i never would have won my case without him.

That's good that you will get it retroactive. All that time and stress. You deserve it. :)

Today, I received the official Judge's decision. It was 15 pages long. He probably speaks into a recorder, and his assistant prepares it. It was actually very interesting, reading how and why he reached his decision; and the factors that influenced him. There were quotes from doctors that I saw a couple of years ago, things I said and that were said to me. I had forgotten half of it. I thought it would be very offical sounding, and a lot of it was; yet some of it was almost warm sounding. He wrote that, "The claimant feels a sense of deep sorrow over the loss of her family members. This, combined with her physical impairments.....on and on". I still haven't finished it. It's like a novel, lol. The story of my life.

That is nice that it was warm sounding in addition to sounding official. It's always nice to know that people are understanding. :)

[treky]

CONGRATS. JANICE!!!party: party: party:

I know you've been wanting this for a long time; I'm soooo glad you finally got it!!
Back when I got it, in 94, I had no problem, but I've heard of people who do. (the woman who runs the support group I used to go to, for instance)
I'm glad you finally got it!:bighug: :yourock:

(and I'm glad you banned that other person. That was downright mean and rude of them to say all those things to you!)

[Lee]

I am glad MoonMan got banned! Good riddance! It was mean and totally
uncalled for to say things like that about someone as nice and loving as our
dear Moderator/Administrator Janice. I do sincerely hope that MoonMan will
never have to go through the pain and disability that Janice has had to go
through. And Janice, I hope that eventually you will be able to manage your
problems and be able to work again. I truly love you, Janice.

[PZelda]

Today, I received the official Judge's decision. It was 15 pages long. He probably speaks into a recorder, and his assistant prepares it. It was actually very interesting, reading how and why he reached his decision; and the factors that influenced him. There were quotes from doctors that I saw a couple of years ago, things I said and that were said to me. I had forgotten half of it. I thought it would be very offical sounding, and a lot of it was; yet some of it was almost warm sounding. He wrote that, "The claimant feels a sense of deep sorrow over the loss of her family members. This, combined with her physical impairments.....on and on". I still haven't finished it. It's like a novel, lol. The story of my life.
:lol: That sounds exactly like the interview paperwork I get in the mail. I have to review all my info with them once a year, and they send me a novel transcript of the interview, which pretty much reads like yours did. :)

[comedyfreak]

I have a friend with a severe back injury who is still waiting to hear word.

[MickeyMac]

Janice first off there is no shame that you have to have Social Security. Its obvious you have earned it so congratulations. Hope all works out for you.

[OH Nuts!]

Janice, so glad you got the Soc Sec. Sorry for not posting here sooner but I'm like the wondering nomad w/o a computer - renting time (cheaply) til I get a computer. From your pm's, I know what you've been going thru & that to get Soc Sec for a disability it has to be VERY COMPELLING which yours surely is.

As for Moon-A**hole-Space Cadet, glad the troll got the boot fast. That's what I like abt S.O., it really is a nice gp of people and that kind of crap doesn't get tolerated. And spewing that venom at you of all people. Easier said than done but I try to avoid responding to trolls. Dollars to doughnuts most in person are pathetic excuses and have no life off the bds so they have to come onto a new website to attempt to stir up trouble. I think many must be into S&M, I think they get their cookies off by saying mean & sadistic things and then getting off on others being upset. I AM SO GLAD THE TROLL GOT THAT BOOT MUY PRONTO. And btw, Janice, I'll never forget how wonderful you were to me when I dealt with my own troll 2 yrs ago. Hope you're doing well physically, anyways, as well as can be expected. You really are quite wonderful.

[Hollywood Rock Chic]

Janice, I am sooooooo, very happy for you, congratulations:) :bighug:

[Fleet]

That is great news, Janice!

Be glad you didn't have to deal with the VA (Veterans Affairs). I did that on behalf of my mom (surviving spouse of a WWII veteran) and it took over 1 and 1/2 years for her to finally receive a monthly pension. It took numerous phone calls to the VA and writing to the local Congressman (Brad Sherman) three times before everything was approved. I'm glad I don't have to go through that anymore!

It is a good feeling to be approved and, best of all, not having to do anymore paperwork or make more phone calls.

[beautifuldreamer]

Congratulations, Janice! That's wonderful news to hear, as I know you've been hoping for this for a long time! :D

[snowcreature23]

I have been on SSDI for 6yrs, it took almost that long to get it, I had to go to a l treatment center for the disabled,who have problems with drugs and Alcohol.I don't look likr I have a disabilty and I forgot what kind I have but,I finally got it after I got out I am working part time up to 24 hours. It helps but,with the things are going I need a raise in SSDI, private me if u want any info, my Mom used to work for the state for 30 or more yrs.

[PunkyP0WER]

congratulations janice. i'm glad you were able to get it. marvin will be getting an increase in his social security this november for twice what he gets now and we can hardly wait.

[AB]

Nice to hear you got approved for the Social Security Disability.

[Pitooey]

It's a miracle Janice. I'm glad you got it!

[Warm & Fuzzy]

Horray for Janice! :)

[Dr. John Becker]

Congrads, Janice! :clap:

[Pus$y Galore]

As my good friends here know, I have a very bad neck as well as Fibromyalgia. I applied about 18 months ago for Social Security Disability. Last month, I had to testify before a Judge. Today, I got the word that my claim was approved. This is great news for me, as I am unable to work. I'll get a monthly check for the remainder of my life. I'll also be eligible for many other benefits.

I've got sort of mixed emotions about this. I'm naturally happy that I was approved. Still, I'm officially disabled according to the Government, and that's a strange feeling. I don't look disabled, but I can use the handicapped stall in the ladies room. I can get a placard to park in handicapped parking spots. Is anyone here disabled or do you know someone who is, that you want to talk about?
Oh Janice that is wonderful news! I know what you mean - it's hard to be happy that you're considered disabled, but when it comes to helping you out financially and any other way, then heck, it IS good news. I know how much this means to you. Funny, today has been a very happy day for me . Almost like "normal" and I haven't been able to figure out why - maybe I had some sort of telepathic hunch that there was good news for my sister!!!

I used to use a handicapped placard for parking the car - and like you, didn't look "disabled". I swear, dummies expect you to be in a wheelchair or something. That's the only drawback - is that you will get the odd moron who plays "cop" with you and challenges your right to park there. I'll email you with some choice comebacks for them. LOL I've got some good ones. ;)

As you know, my mother was put on disability for the last 10 years of her life. It actually was a huge help to us. Don't feel badly - you've worked hard in your lifetime and paid your dues in income taxes and can still contribute to society when disabled.

Great, great news!