During its operations in Vietnam and the Korean Demilitarized Zone, the United States military used a chemical called Agent Orange. Agent Orange is a defoliating agent used to clear vegetation that provided cover to enemy forces. As many Missouri residents may be...

Disabled Missouri residents who are receiving Social Security Disability benefits may be aware of the employment opportunities that are available exclusively for them. The SSD-only employment program allows a disabled person to work and earn money and also to continue...

American veterans often have a difficult time re-entering American society. Veterans in Missouri can look forward to a number of state programs that cater to their medical needs and other veteran's issues. The Missouri Department of Health and Human Services provides...

There is no denying that HIV/AIDS are serious illnesses. Anyone diagnosed with HIV/AIDS should know that the Social Security Administration acknowledges the seriousness of these illnesses and offers Social Security Disability benefits to those who are eligible.In...

Missouri residents suffering from schizophrenia experience varied and severe symptoms that are often difficult for caregivers to manage. Fortunately, the Social Security Administration (SSA) understands the various challenges schizophrenia poses to those who suffer...

Military veterans in Missouri and elsewhere in the country who were exposed to Agent Orange for years after the Vietnam War recently received good news. They will now be eligible for Veterans Administration benefits to cover any health issues they experienced as a...

Last week's post discussed the Social Security Administration's Windfall Elimination Program and highlighted how Social Security disability benefits are affected when the Windfall Elimination Provision is applied. This blog post delves deeper into the subject and...

Many Missourians depend on Social Security Disability Insurance benefits to meet their basic living expenses, which is why any potential reduction in benefits is of profound concern to any recipient. Little known to most but of big concern is a Social Security...

When a Missourian loses their job, their world can come crashing down. The reasons for job loss are many, and a lot of people are able to return to work. However, when the job loss is the result of a disabling work-related injury, matters can get difficult. A disabled...

Because a disability can mean a Missouri resident can no longer work, he or she may suddenly lack enough income to meet basic living expenses. Social Security Disability Insurance benefits are intended for these people as long as they paid Social Security taxes during...