Disability Benefits For Dementia
Dementia is a term for a group of brain-related impairments rather than a disease in and of itself. Dementia isn't a single illness. For example, if you have memory loss and poor judgment over time, you may have dementia. In addition, dementia typically causes a progressive worsening in your cognitive abilities, memory, and language skills. Dementia impairs your ability to carry out regular activities. It can also change the way you perceive yourself as an individual.
Dementia is a condition that can be severely debilitating. However, in order for the SSA to declare you eligible for benefits, it must prevent you from working for a period of more than 12 months. If you are unable to work 40 hours a week as a result of your dementia symptoms, you may apply for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits.
Keep in mind that SSDI benefits come with Medicare. You can learn more about Medicare benefits here.
Go ahead and fill out an application online on Social Security’s website. It's simple to complete. However, if you need assistance, we are happy to assist you! Learn more about how to apply for benefits here.
We want you to be able to access the disability process as quickly and easily as possible, so you don't have to be concerned. If you're experiencing dementia symptoms, there's enough to worry about. Get in touch with us now; we'll put our experience to work in assisting you with your dementia disability case.
Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect the brain. Brain cell damage causes dementia. This disruption in brain cell communication inhibits the ability of brain cells to communicate with one another. When brain cells are unable to communicate properly, cognitive functions, behavior, and emotions can be affected.
THE EXPERT REPRESENTATION AT GILES DISABILITY LAW
If you or your loved one has disabling dementia and are looking for assistance with Social Security benefits, contact Giles Disability Law. We will assist you with completing your application. Typically, we assist individuals in filing their applications online on the Social Security website. If you are denied, we will help you appeal.
When you have a hearing scheduled, we are there to fight for your rights before a disability judge. We help you be an effective witness at your hearing. Before the hearing, we meet with you either in person or virtually depending on your circumstances. We discuss how to answer court questions during our meeting. We also inform you of any inquiries that will be asked of you. If your dementia is too severe for you to respond, a trusted family members can testify for you.
There are several law firms that claim to specialize in Social Security disability law. However, the vast majority of these businesses also deal with non-Social Security disability cases. We don't. Giles Disability Law concentrates solely on Social Security disability law. We don't practice any other type of law because we feel it is crucial to limit our practice to only Social Security cases.
UNDERSTANDING DEMENTIA
The brain is made up of several regions, each of which performs a specific function (for example, memory, judgment, and movement). When cells in a particular region are damaged, the region's functions cannot be carried out correctly.
Some forms of dementia are linked with distinct sorts of brain cell damage in specific areas of the brain. Alzheimer's disease, for example, is characterized by excessive amounts of certain proteins within and outside brain cells, making it difficult for brain cells to thrive and communicate with one another.
The hippocampus is the core of memory and learning in the brain, and this region's brain cells are frequently damaged. That's why memory loss is one of the most common indicators of Alzheimer's disease.
Dementia is a progressive brain disease that destroys the ability of neurons to communicate with one other. The majority of changes in the brain that lead to dementia are permanent and worsen over time, although thinking and memory problems caused by the following conditions can improve when they are treated or addressed:
Medication side effects
Excessive use of alcohol
Depression
Vitamin Deficiencies
Thyroid Disorders
Vitamin Deficiencies
DIAGNOSIS OF DEMENTIA
There is no one-size-fits-all test for dementia. Doctors examine a patient's medical history, conduct a physical examination, do laboratory tests, and evaluate the distinctive changes in thinking, daily function, and behavior associated with each variety of dementia to determine whether someone has Alzheimer's disease or another kind of dementia.
A doctor might be able to determine that a person has dementia with near certainty. However, determining the precise type of dementia is more difficult since the symptoms and brain changes caused by different forms of dementia overlap. A medical professional may diagnose "dementia" but not specify a type in some circumstances. If this occurs, individuals may need to see a specialist.
HIRE AN ATTORNEY WITH EXPERT-LEVEL EXPERIENCE
If you are unable to work, your dementia-related claims will determine the amount of money you will need to support yourself and your family. That is why is it so important for you should go with a legal team that is laser-focused on your long-term benefits. Giles Disability Law is a top disability law practice in the country. We guarantee you will not find any other firm more dedicated to understanding and assisting your individual needs. Remember, we can represent you no matter where you live.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
How much is the attorney charge if you hire us to assist you with your dementia case?
The cost of your case will differ based on a number of circumstances. Whether we win or lose your case, you must pay costs. However, you never pay any upfront attorney fees. In other words, you don't pay owe any attorney fee unless we win your SSDI or SSI case for you.
Please contact us right away, and we'll assist you with your case.
