Managing The Social Security Disability Insurance Program

Between 1985 & 1994, the number of working-age people in fed. disability programs operated by the Social Security Admin. increased 59% from 4 to 6.3 million. Less than 1/2 of 1% of beneficiaries ever leave the disability rolls by returning to work. This report identifies: key practices used in the private sector to return disabled workers to the workplace (workers' compensation programs, & employer-sponsored disability insurance plans), & examples of how Germany & Sweden implement return-to-work strategies for people with disabilities. Charts.

Since 1980, Congress has required the Social Security Admin. (SSA) to conduct demonstration projects to test the effectiveness of possible changes to its Social Security Disability Insurance (DI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs that could decrease individuals¿ dependence on benefits or improve program admin. However, in 2004, it was reported that SSA had not used its demonstration authority effectively. This follow-up report assesses: (1) how SSA has used its demonstration authority to test DI and SSI program changes and what information these efforts have yielded; and (2) what steps SSA has taken to improve the planning and management of its demonstration. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.

Social security rulings on federal old-age, survivors, disability, and supplemental security income; and black lung benefits.

This publication informs advocates & others in interested agencies & organizations about supplemental security income (SSI) eligibility requirements & processes. It will assist you in helping people apply for, establish eligibility for, & continue to receive SSI benefits for as long as they remain eligible. This publication can also be used as a training manual & as a reference tool. Discusses those who are blind or disabled, living arrangements, overpayments, the appeals process, application process, eligibility requirements, SSI resources, documents you will need when you apply, work incentives, & much more.