Older residents of Georgia raising young children may face difficulty getting federal aid in getting the needed financial support. Whether the children are biological grandchildren or for some other reason are under their guardianship, elderly parents may find it...
Month: December 2011
Former bounty hunter faces housing conundrum
For one 53-year-old former bounty hunter, it is easier to talk about the past than the future. He can tell stories from his 26-year career that spans 47 states, chasing people as petty as bad check writers and as dangerous as rapists. It is the future, however, that...
Disabled man rivals repeatedly rejected by SSA
One 53-year-old man has faced more than a lifetime's worth of troubles, that many Georgia residents can probably relate to. Fifteen years ago, he was a stockbroker on the west coast, thriving in his new career. After two car accidents, however, his constant pain has...
Blind man relies on charity, SSD to get by, but still keeps hope
For one man who now lives on Social Security and donations from various charities, a lot has changed in just three years.In 2008, he was the top producer at an executive recruiting agency. When late-onset diabetes started affecting his health, he lost sight in his...
Hiring a representative for SSDI claims
Receiving Social Security disability benefits only comes after a process that is often long and complicated. Some applicants choose to hire a representative to guide them through the process. A representative, such as an attorney, can do things on behalf of their...