If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance, you are likely well aware that there is a long wait involved in the process, which also applies if you are applying for supplemental security income. In the event that you are applying for either of these programs and are wondering how to stay financially solvent through the process, check out these tips.

Plan Better

One thing to do while applying for either Social Security Disability Insurance or supplemental security income is that you need to consider your current financial situation. How many open accounts do you have with creditors?  Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance will require you to wait at least six months after the date you get approved for either of these programs. It is important to ensure that you do not open any new accounts with creditors during this time. This will ensure that you stay financially solvent during your period of waiting to get into either one of these programs.

If you are truly struggling during the time you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, be sure to ask your local Social Security Administration office about assistance programs that may be available in your area. This can help make the wait for getting into either one of these programs much easier and financially bearable. This is not an easy process to get through, even if your application goes through the system relatively quickly. Good luck getting your disability payments.