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Join Alison for a conversation about Social Security Disability! She went through the experience of (successfully) applying herself in 2004, and has explored the system since. She knows how the process feels and has dived into understanding how and why it feels so hard, both to decide to apply, and to actually fill out the paperwork. She’ll walk you through how it works (helping you separate the facts from the rumors), when you should apply, and steps you can take to protect your mental health while you do so! Applying isn’t an easy process, and recognizing that you need to can be even harder. So if you’re struggling with maintaining a full time job, or if you have decided you need to apply but need a nudge to get started, come join her, and bring whatever questions you have with you!
Alison Hayes is the founder and driving force behind her coaching business, Thriving While Disabled. Her book, Thriving While Disabled: Navigating Disability Finances has evolved from her blog. Her business has expanded to encompass coaching, training, and educational materials that help people with disabilities navigate the many broken systems which make their lives difficult. The goal of her business is to empower her fellow disabled folks to know and protect their rights, recognize their worthiness as human beings, and find their own path to purpose. Her wish is that you can thrive while managing society’s perception and treatment of you as a person with a disability! Alison and her partner Alvaro live in New Jersey with their cats (one of whom is also chronically ill) and enjoy watching horror movies together. She’s also a big reader of science fiction and fantasy books.