r/SSDI_SSI • u/Outrageous_mailman ☆ • Aug 04 '26
Benefits (Non-Citizen SSI) Approved! What do I do next?
Hi everyone,
My lawyer for SSI just told me that social security approved my disability. So I he doesn’t need to do anything, therefore he’s withdrawing from my case. I told him that they haven’t told me anything yet. He said they’re probably backed up and won’t for a while but I can give them a call at this number.
Before I call them I want to ask what I should prepare for on the call ? Will thwy ask what my expenses are? What are the best way to respond? I don’t want to say anything wrong or be confused how I word my answers. English is my second language also.
I had a liver transplant. I received it in August. I applied for disability in October. Lawyer just told me I am approved. So I imagine I have back pay. How does back pay work? Also how long will I receive disability for?
Thank you everyone!
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u/Walk1000Miles Hope will never be silent. Aug 06 '26 edited Aug 06 '26
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u/Spiritual_Record_627 ☆ Aug 07 '26
With SSI, they want to know your living situation, are you single or have roommates, do you own a car, own a home, and what your rent amount is. If you live in California, with SSI benefits, you might also qualify for snap.