Dominion Disability Advocates’ Post

The duration of an average long-term disability claim is 34.6 months, according to the Council of Disability Awareness. How would you maintain your lifestyle if you couldn’t work for that long? Let’s talk about planning like you would for other emergencies. #FinancialAdvisor #FemaleAdvisor #Philadelphia #Fishtown

Your Ultimate Guide to Navigating Disability Appeals We explore the multi-layered appeal process for disability claims, highlighting options like reconsideration, hearings, and federal court. If you feel your case wasn’t fully considered, don’t give up! There are ways to preserve your back pay and seek approval. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/ekcxfax4 #DisabilityClaims #AppealsProcess #SocialSecurity #LegalGuide #DisabilityRights #BackPay #ClaimsApproval #AdministrativeLaw #DisabilitySupport #LegalAdvice

🎙️ Join us for episode 3 of #TeacherTalk with the INTO. Today we chat with disability advocates and teachers, Patrick Hickey and Leesa Flynn and hear about their journey from initial teacher education to becoming practicing teachers. #TuneIn 🔗 bit.ly/TeacherTalkEp3 

Have you or a loved one recently faced a denial for your disability claim? You're not alone. Our latest video, "3 Reasons Why Claims Are Denied," breaks down the most common reasons claims get rejected and how you can avoid these pitfalls. https://bit.ly/3Wgq2T5 Don't let a denial discourage you—knowledge is power, and we're here to help you every step of the way. #DisabilityRights #DeniedClaims #LegalHelp #DisabilityLaw #KnowYourRights

A terrific meeting today with Disability Enabling Network (DEN) about whether #socialenterprise is the right way to go, and what form. Vital advocacy for disabled people based on lived experience, and high quality consulting services for your business: https://lnkd.in/eNmxuSZC

For guardians of disabled family members, the concern for future care is paramount. Our Special Disability Trusts are crafted to provide security and peace of mind, ensuring continuous care. Let's secure a safe and stable future together! #familyfocuslegal #familysecurity #planningahead #peaceofmind #stablefuture #careforlovedones #financialpeace #securefuture #familywellbeing #futureplanning

🌟 Interdependence 🫂 is a cornerstone of Disability Justice. In our latest episode, Dr. Justin Ramsey explores how we can support and care for each other within ableist institutions. Don't miss it! 🎙️ Listen or read along here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eFMuM5XS #DocsWithDisabilities #MedEd

Intellectual disability care services have a responsibility to help individuals cross hurdles they face in navigating daily life and social interactions. In these slides, we share some strategies your service can use to ensure your service users are supported, advocated for, and empowered! How do you advocate for the individuals you care for? #careservices #carehomes #disabilitysupport #empoweringothers

In part one of our August newsletter, we highlight the ways in which trustees of a disability trust are accountable to the beneficiary. Discover it here: https://lnkd.in/d9uBtWVy #rodelfiduciary #newsletter #disabilitytrusts

Gaining guardianship can help you assist a loved one by: *Filing for disability benefits *Making medical decisions *Changing their living situation We can also explore other options to provide the right level of support. Contact us to learn more. 📞470-347-8174 https://bit.ly/3Xiv9By #DisabilityLaw #DisabilityRights #AdultGuardianship