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        			    November 16, 2009 - 9:59pm			  			

			
			
Have been told I should look into ss disability.  Does anyone know if breast cancer qualifies.  I definitely am not going to find a job now, so I have stopped my job search.


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November 16, 2009 - 10:12pm

			
I can't imagine it
			
I can't imagine it wouldn't!! You should have a local Social Security field office near you where you can actually talk to someone.  The search feature is on the Social Security website.


Peace,

Linda



			
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November 16, 2009 - 10:59pm

			
I was approves
			
They approved me.  I am stage IV with mets to my spine, liver and ribs. I worked for 21 years as a family law paralegal.  Lifting was part of my job, boxes, files, stuff like that, nothing really big or heavy.  I was approved for 3 years then a review. I really think going in - in person makes a difference if you are able to do that.  Let us know!!!


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November 17, 2009 - 2:59am

			
yes, BC is qualified
			
for SSDI. Your oncologist office should help with it. Ask for social clinical worker who will navigate you through the process.

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November 17, 2009 - 1:51pm

			
Web site
			
The official website is www.socialsecurity.gov.  It has the application and will answer your questions.  If you have early stage breast cancer, this will probably not apply.  However, I know someone with Stage IV who had no problem getting social security disability.


Good luck.


Roseann



			
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