Most people over 55 think they have to prove they can’t do any job to win disability. Big benefit of applying for disability after age 55 #ssa #disability #ssi #disabilitybenefitsuk #benefitsadvise

If you are over the age of 55 and not working because of your health, listen to this. You might qualify for disability benefits and not even realize it, because once you hit the age of 55, the rules change. You don't always have to prove that you can't do any jobs. A lot of times the question becomes, "Can you still handle medium work or more?" So what is medium work? Let me explain this. It means things like lifting up to 50 pounds, lifting 25 pounds regularly throughout an eight-hour work day. Being on your feet for most of the day, jobs that involve a lot of standing, walking physical activity. Now think about your own body. If your condition limits your ability to lift, stand or stay on your feet like that. That's a big deal under social security's rules, especially if your past work was physical, because if you can't go back to that kind of work, and your medical records support it. You may qualify, but here's the key. It has to be documented not just what you feel, but what your doctors are writing down. So if you're over the age of 55, you're out of work and your body just can't handle what it used to. Don't assume that you don't qualify. You might be a lot closer than you think. Tell in the comment box and let's see if you qualify.