What is a Disability Freeze?
In my last blog, I described Mary, a 63-year-old woman who quit work due to her health and opted for early retirement benefits. Then, she…
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Training on Disability Applications and Function Reports
Cheryl Coon and Erin Daniels will offer a training in how to fill out disability applications and function reports at Lutheran Community Services, SE Portland.
Read More How much will my disability payments increase in 2014?
Since 1975, disability recipients have received automatic increases each year, tied to consumer prices. In 2014, that increase is expected to be approximately 1.5 percent,…
Read More Cultural Competency Training for the Disability Determination Services of Oregon DHS
Cheryl Coon will host a panel of distinguished presenters on issues related to refugees, diverse cultures, and trauma.
Read More Annual Meeting of the Disability Section of the Oregon Bar
Cheryl Coon will present a continuing legal education program on social security disability benefits.
Read More Social Security Disability during Government Shutdown
Here’s what we know: • Scheduled hearings will go forward. • New hearings will not be scheduled. • On-the-Record Requests will not be considered. •…
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