- Jurisdiction
- New York
My husband was diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis in June 2019. He also has severe lower back issues is in constant pain from that, and has had two surgeries in the last two years for the same herniated disc., which we just found out has herniated for a third time. His only surgical option now is fusion. He's an auto mechanic and it's become extremely difficult to do his job. His balance is off, he's constantly tripping and falling and dropping things, and when people that don't know him see him walk, they wonder how he's able to work at all. I know that he'll have to go on disability probably sooner than later, but I have no idea what to expect or what the process entails? Is there a waiting period and if so, is there any other assistance we can receive to get us through? Will his diagnosis make it easier to get approved? How much money will he be eligible for? We also have two minor children...would they be eligible for any benefit due to his disability? Will he be allowed to work at all while receiving SSDI? I work FT is that makes any difference. Thanks in advance for your help!
