kaneohegirl Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 my dad already collects his social security from the gov.... does anyone know if you have a disease like this if it can make a difference in the amount they person gets?...makes me wonder... Pop only gets $500 because he gets a small pension too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muriel Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 The best way to find out would probably be to call Social Security and ask. I don't know for sure, but I sorta think he won't get any more. I was retired and on medicare when I was diagnosed and no one offered me any extra money. It's worth asking about tho. Muriel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 Maurice was on Social Security at dx & I checked into the same question. No luck. Once you're on it there is no increasing it for disabilities. Good Luck wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted November 17, 2007 Share Posted November 17, 2007 Social Security is based on whatever you put into it during your working years. It is what it is and a cancer diagnosis doesn't change it. Sorry! Sending good wishes your way. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueeye Posted November 18, 2007 Share Posted November 18, 2007 Is he a veteran? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaneohegirl Posted November 20, 2007 Author Share Posted November 20, 2007 yes he is a veteran... he served 2 yrs in the Army... but I dont know if he is eligable for any benefits because of how his discharge date was done released 2days short of the actual 2 yrs required ...or something like that....I dont know if its something that makes a difference LOL should I be contacting the veterans administration?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wendyr Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 Sure, I would contact the VA. Nothing ventured, nothing gained and you'd have the satisfaction of knowing you've done all you can. Good Luck wendyr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat127 Posted November 20, 2007 Share Posted November 20, 2007 it certainly never hurts to inquire with them. he also may be eligible for medical care at a VA hospital if needed. years ago when my father was sick and we were in financial trouble, my brother and i took him to a VA hospital. my father was a US citizen but served in the canadian air force during WWII. i said to my brother - will they treat him? he said, only one way to find out. i sat with dad while my brother talked to the folks about the paper work, but in the end, they saw my dad and admitted him and gave him the best care i could ask for until he passed away. so i guess the point is, i don't understand how the VA works, so it is worth calling and talking to some folks. good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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