If you or someone you know has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you might be able to get help from Social Security Disability benefits. These benefits are for people who have a disability that makes it hard for them to work and take care of themselves. Autism Spectrum Disorder is one of the conditions that can qualify for these benefits.

To apply for Social Security Disability (SSD), you need to show that your autism makes it very hard for you to do everyday tasks like getting a job, taking care of yourself, or communicating with others. Social Security will look at your medical records and other information about how your condition affects you.

Many of us live with serious mental health conditions. These can include depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. These conditions can make it hard to work, focus, or take care of daily tasks. When this happens, some people apply for Social Security Disability benefits for help making ends meet.

If you are suffering from mental health conditions that make it hard for you to work, you don’t have to go through this process alone. Call Melissa Green of Maven Law for a free 30-minute consultation about your case. She can help guide you through the process and improve your chances of getting the support you need.

If you are trying to get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), I want you to know something very important. It is called your “Date Last Insured,” or DLI.

Your DLI is the last day you are covered for SSDI. I like to think of it as a deadline. To get benefits, you must show that your disability started on or before that date. If you became disabled after your DLI, you may not qualify for SSDI, even if you are very sick now.

I know this can be confusing. Many people do not know their DLI or why it matters. They may file a claim too late or not have the right proof. This can cause them to lose benefits they could have received.

When people first explore disability benefits, they often hear about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and assume they’re the same. While both are administered by the Social Security Administration and require proof of disability, they serve different purposes and populations.