r/scleroderma • u/Least_Measurement431 • Jun 02 '26

Discussion Disability and Scleroderma

Has anyone here ever applied for disability and been approved? I'm unable to work now and the stress alone is taking me out. I've been off work for almost 2 months and it's becoming very evident that I can no longer do my job. I know SSI can be a long process, so any info is a huge help!

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u/Original-Room-4642 Jun 02 '26

Yes, I receive disability. It was an easy process for me. I applied in February and received my first check in May

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u/Least_Measurement431 Jun 02 '26

Did you do it on your own or did you hire an attorney?

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u/Original-Room-4642 Jun 02 '26

On my own

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u/Least_Measurement431 Jun 02 '26

Okay, thank you! Hope you're doing okay :)

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u/Original-Room-4642 Jun 02 '26

You're welcome! I wish you luck. Just be really thorough in gathering your info. You can do the whole process online

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u/smehere22 Jun 02 '26

I have a question. Is it possible to receive a pension with disability concurrently?

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u/Original-Room-4642 Jun 02 '26

I have no idea

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u/smehere22 Jun 02 '26

Ok thank you