Can You Get Disability For Alcoholism?
It is possible to get disability benefits for alcoholism but it can be difficult to qualify. There are two different types of benefits that you may be eligible for: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
To qualify for SSDI, you must have worked enough years to have paid into Social Security and to have earned enough credits. In addition, your disability must be expected to last at least one year or to result in death. To qualify for SSI, you must have a limited income and resources. In addition, your disability must be expected to last at least one year or to result in death.
There are a few ways that you can prove that you are disabled due to alcoholism. The first is with a letter from a treating physician that states that you are disabled due to alcoholism. The second is with a statement from you about how your alcoholism affects your ability to work. The third is with evidence of past treatment for alcoholism, such as medical records or letters from treatment providers.
If you are applying for SSDI, you will also need to show that you have tried to stop drinking and that you are unable to control your drinking. If you are applying for SSI, you will need to show that your alcoholism prevents you from being able to work and that you cannot afford treatment for your alcoholism.