Disability payments
Hello, Terri! We spoke a few weeks ago, when Jon Hansen filled
in on WGN for John Williams. I did not claim SSDI in 2004 when I had to quit working due to a decline in my health, but after a Double Lung Transplant was recommended by a Pulmonology Transplant Surgeon and I was given a 2-year prognosis without one, I wanted to know if I could begin receiving SS pmts. earlier than age 65. (I’m 59)
Terry Says
I don’t understand why you didn’t file for Social Security Disability a long time ago! Am I missing something in your question? I would surely apply now. It may take a couple of years to get approved. Start here: How You Qualify | Disability Benefits | SSA
Then when you reach retirement age, your SSDI benefits automatically convert into retirement benefits: EN-05-10153.pdf (ssa.gov)
