Question about SSDI/SSI without an Interpreter

VenomLugz · 08-28-2009, 05:28 PM

Well, I went to applies for SSDI/SSI since I have no job because I tried to find another job but it's due cause I'm deaf. So, I went to SSA yesterday and I told Security that I'm deaf and having an appointment. I was sitting like a 45 min later and I asked Security if Interpreter will be here but he said he don't know. He went to Office and told them that I have an appointment for SSDI/SSI. Security took me to Office and I found out that they said Interpreter didn't show up today. I decide to take my own without an Interpreter. Im not sure if They will approve or deny because of no interpreter.

That's why I worry about it.. I really hope they will approve me and I believe I deserve to have a second chance for my future

so, do you think I will approve with SSDI/SSI? Thank

CJB · 08-28-2009, 07:56 PM

I think you should be able to get approved even without an interpreter. After all there are oral Deaf people on SSI, aren't there? Not to mention if they deny you you can always appeal. I'm going through this process myself right now.

VenomLugz · 08-28-2009, 09:27 PM

Thank!! I think I will definitely get SSDI/SSI soon since they knew I'm deaf. I will post my update when I will get mail from them.

CJB · 08-28-2009, 11:17 PM

Good luck. Hope it works out for you.

jillio · 08-28-2009, 11:30 PM

I am hoping that you will get approved without a terp, but I would also suggest for any follow up apppointments you demand that a terp be present. Some of the information regarding SSI/SSDI can be very complicated and confusing, and your misunderstanding of one question could put your case in jepardy. Plus, SSA is a federal agency, and there is absolutely no excuse for them not providing accommodation as provided by the ADA.

PowerWCRulez · 09-01-2009, 01:18 PM

I usually go to SSA office without an interpreter, I can only show my landlord requested letter to get my awarded letters for rental recerticifications.

VenomLugz · 09-20-2009, 08:28 AM

Hello guys,

I was check the status of my application from SSA online but it said "It don't have a request this time."

Is that Normal?

diehardbiker · 09-20-2009, 09:14 AM

I have not met any Deaf person who went and applied for SSI/SSDI without terp and get approved. All of them I met have denied because it proves to SSA that this applicant were able to communicate without "Assistance" of an terp. Sometimes SSA people did on purpose not getting terp to see if you can get along without terp and can be a factor deciding whether you qualify or not.

Demand an terp, and it will easily get approved by SSA.

I would advise try find job, it is much better than getting SSI/SSDI because if you want to get SSI/SSDI and in future get an job you will definetly get into mess with SSA people, trust me, alot of my friends including myself are in mess right now. Worth headache? Nope!

VenomLugz · 09-20-2009, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diehardbiker

I have not met any Deaf person who went and applied for SSI/SSDI without terp and get approved. All of them I met have denied because it proves to SSA that this applicant were able to communicate without "Assistance" of an terp. Sometimes SSA people did on purpose not getting terp to see if you can get along without terp and can be a factor deciding whether you qualify or not.

Demand an terp, and it will easily get approved by SSA.

I would advise try find job, it is much better than getting SSI/SSDI because if you want to get SSI/SSDI and in future get an job you will definetly get into mess with SSA people, trust me, alot of my friends including myself are in mess right now. Worth headache? Nope!

Well, I've tried to find a job a many time but they turned me down since I'm deaf. anyway, I believe I will approved because I have been on SSI before. it was interpreter fault because they suppose to be show up on my appointment that day. I asked SSA if an interpreter were show up but they said no because they suppose to be show up. so, I decide take along without stupid interpreter.

so, I will update when I will receive from mail.

diehardbiker · 09-20-2009, 04:26 PM

I know it is hard to find a job. It does not mean you can't get SSI/SSDI. What I mean is try find job rather than hoping get approved from SSA.

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Originally Posted by VenomLugz

Well, I've tried to find a job a many time but they turned me down since I'm deaf. anyway, I believe I will approved because I have been on SSI before. it was interpreter fault because they suppose to be show up on my appointment that day. I asked SSA if an interpreter were show up but they said no because they suppose to be show up. so, I decide take along without stupid interpreter.

so, I will update when I will receive from mail.

whatdidyousay! · 09-20-2009, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VenomLugz

Hello guys,

I was check the status of my application from SSA online but it said "It don't have a request this time."

Is that Normal?

I would get in touch with a center for deaf and HOH and see if they can have an interpreter go with you to SSA . I would not count on SSA to have one there! Or try to have family member go with you. Good luck and get everything in writing ,if you have to sign any forms ask for a copy for yourself. You should bring a pad of paper and 2 pens and have people the write down what they are saying !
I went to the SS office to report that I was working and brought my pay stubs to show how mush money I was making. The next month I still got my SS check and thought great , I can still work and get my SS checks while I was working ! A few months later I got a letter from SS saying I own them
money as I never reported I was working! It turn out the asshole I saw never filed my paper work and I had no proof I ever been to SS to report my job as I did not get any paper work like I should had! The guy that saw me was no longer working at the SS office! It was lucky for him !I was going to bring him to court!

cdmeggers · 09-21-2009, 01:48 AM

I never had a terp during my application process and I was approved for SSI and SSDI. But, when I had my appointment to do the application, I didn't hear my name being called, someone else waiting for her appointment had to get my attention and ask if I was the Meghan they were asking for. Never heard the guy call my name. And I had a real hard time understanding him when we were going over the application stuff (he was very quiet and difficult to lipread), and he had to turn his computer screen a couple of times to show me names of doctors because I couldn't figure out what he was saying. I don't know if that incident had anything to do with my process, but whew, that guy seriously was difficult to understand.

VenomLugz · 09-21-2009, 02:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diehardbiker

I know it is hard to find a job. It does not mean you can't get SSI/SSDI. What I mean is try find job rather than hoping get approved from SSA.

yeah there's a lot of people have a laid off from their job because of this due for bad economy. That's why I lost my job and I'm really worry about my future, you know. Well, If they don't approved me then I will appeal no matter what cause I'm not give up on my life.

VenomLugz · 09-21-2009, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whatdidyousay!

I would get in touch with a center for deaf and HOH and see if they can have an interpreter go with you to SSA . I would not count on SSA to have one there! Or try to have family member go with you. Good luck and get everything in writing ,if you have to sign any forms ask for a copy for yourself. You should bring a pad of paper and 2 pens and have people the write down what they are saying !
I went to the SS office to report that I was working and brought my pay stubs to show how mush money I was making. The next month I still got my SS check and thought great , I can still work and get my SS checks while I was working ! A few months later I got a letter from SS saying I own them
money as I never reported I was working! It turn out the asshole I saw never filed my paper work and I had no proof I ever been to SS to report my job as I did not get any paper work like I should had! The guy that saw me was no longer working at the SS office! It was lucky for him !I was going to bring him to court!

I thought SSA suppose to get an interpreter for me and I knew interpreter didn't show up that day.

You are right about get friend or family go with me either. I already brought my pay stub and show them a prove. I really hope they approve me.

VenomLugz · 09-21-2009, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdmeggers

I never had a terp during my application process and I was approved for SSI and SSDI. But, when I had my appointment to do the application, I didn't hear my name being called, someone else waiting for her appointment had to get my attention and ask if I was the Meghan they were asking for. Never heard the guy call my name. And I had a real hard time understanding him when we were going over the application stuff (he was very quiet and difficult to lipread), and he had to turn his computer screen a couple of times to show me names of doctors because I couldn't figure out what he was saying. I don't know if that incident had anything to do with my process, but whew, that guy seriously was difficult to understand.

that's suck.. I told Security Guard that I'm deaf and having an appointment. I told him thats my name and he heard my name that someone called my name. wow, I can't believe that I did it by myself without Terp and that's why I hope they will approve me.

Comicglenn · 09-21-2009, 12:39 PM

if u work more than 3 year then go for SSDI. if not then ssi. SSDI income more cost than SSI income cost. as i was kid ssi got $500 monthly per and i work more than 6 years until i am out of job, then i applied for ssdi i got doudle 500 total 1000 monthly per. i think ssdi help u lot on bills, debt, and needs.

VenomLugz · 09-21-2009, 05:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Comicglenn

if u work more than 3 year then go for SSDI. if not then ssi. SSDI income more cost than SSI income cost. as i was kid ssi got $500 monthly per and i work more than 6 years until i am out of job, then i applied for ssdi i got doudle 500 total 1000 monthly per. i think ssdi help u lot on bills, debt, and needs.

Yeah I've been work more than 8 years since they fired my ass and I've making good money like $2,600 a monthly. I was totally pissed off that I lost my good job and I couldn't find a job in 3 yrs before I decide to take on SSDI/SSI. I know it's hard life in out there. Yeah I know SSDI income more than SSI income. I really need pay my bills and my debt so badly because I need my credit to build up and make sure to stay track for my future. you know.

Keiro · 09-26-2009, 10:42 AM

... SSDI pays more?

Good lord, then I need to get on to getting SSDI. ;_; Wonder if I can switch from SSI to SSDI...

Christ, I'm BARELY making it here, every month. I've repeatedly requested SSA to raise my money just a bit, just enough to essentially cover my bills while I continued to search for jobs... but they always denied me.

More than once, I've had to essentially juggle bills plus rent.

... Like next month.

I know I'm essentially fucked because my roommates are demanding that I pay my part of the rent when I really don't want to, as that would essentially fuck me out of another month's of SSI... and still go to see my grandfather's funeral.

FML.

VenomLugz · 09-27-2009, 03:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keiro

... SSDI pays more?

Good lord, then I need to get on to getting SSDI. ;_; Wonder if I can switch from SSI to SSDI...

Christ, I'm BARELY making it here, every month. I've repeatedly requested SSA to raise my money just a bit, just enough to essentially cover my bills while I continued to search for jobs... but they always denied me.

More than once, I've had to essentially juggle bills plus rent.

... Like next month.

I know I'm essentially fucked because my roommates are demanding that I pay my part of the rent when I really don't want to, as that would essentially fuck me out of another month's of SSI... and still go to see my grandfather's funeral.

FML.

I don't think you might can switch SSI to SSDI but I'm not sure and that's what I heard you can have use both SSDI and SSI If you have an experience any job in your history and have work more than 5 yrs then you will get SSDI.

Well, Try find a part time job while you can use your SSI then you can afford to pay the rent and bills. Good Luck!

Keiro · 09-27-2009, 05:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VenomLugz

I don't think you might can switch SSI to SSDI but I'm not sure and that's what I heard you can have use both SSDI and SSI If you have an experience any job in your history and have work more than 5 yrs then you will get SSDI.

Well, Try find a part time job while you can use your SSI then you can afford to pay the rent and bills. Good Luck!

... Try to find a part-time job.

That really fucking pisses me off. I'm sorry, but it does. I have been searching ALL over the place near my location.

NOT a one of the companies I've applied to has replied and telling me that I'm hired. NOT a one of the companies I've applied to has ever gone further than a first-time interview.

I have a suspicion that it's my hearing interfering with my attempts to get a job. So far I've had hearing persons win the position I was competing for. Or I've heard silence.

Part-time job? Please! [/heavy sarcasm]

VenomLugz · 09-27-2009, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keiro

... Try to find a part-time job.

That really fucking pisses me off. I'm sorry, but it does. I have been searching ALL over the place near my location.

NOT a one of the companies I've applied to has replied and telling me that I'm hired. NOT a one of the companies I've applied to has ever gone further than a first-time interview.

I have a suspicion that it's my hearing interfering with my attempts to get a job. So far I've had hearing persons win the position I was competing for. Or I've heard silence.

Part-time job? Please! [/heavy sarcasm]

well, find something to do different thing way like business or whatever you know... I understand you are frustrating now, but I suggest you go to school and help you to get a better job.

whatdidyousay! · 09-27-2009, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VenomLugz

I thought SSA suppose to get an interpreter for me and I knew interpreter didn't show up that day.

You are right about get friend or family go with me either. I already brought my pay stub and show them a prove. I really hope they approve me.

I know SSA should have an interpreter for you, I just would not count on it!

jillio · 09-28-2009, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VenomLugz

I thought SSA suppose to get an interpreter for me and I knew interpreter didn't show up that day.

You are right about get friend or family go with me either. I already brought my pay stub and show them a prove. I really hope they approve me.

It is SSA's responsibility to provide an interpreter, not your responsibility.

Sosie · 09-28-2009, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keiro

... SSDI pays more?

Good lord, then I need to get on to getting SSDI. ;_; Wonder if I can switch from SSI to SSDI...

Christ, I'm BARELY making it here, every month. I've repeatedly requested SSA to raise my money just a bit, just enough to essentially cover my bills while I continued to search for jobs... but they always denied me.

More than once, I've had to essentially juggle bills plus rent.

... Like next month.

I know I'm essentially fucked because my roommates are demanding that I pay my part of the rent when I really don't want to, as that would essentially fuck me out of another month's of SSI... and still go to see my grandfather's funeral.

FML.

Call your local Vocational Rehabilitation counselor for an appointment. They will help you to find a part-time/or full-time job. Good luck!

Sosie · 09-28-2009, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jillio

It is SSA's responsibility to provide an interpreter, not your responsibility.

Jillo is right.

VenomLugz · 09-28-2009, 04:17 PM

let's see when I will get my mail soon

Frisky Feline · 09-28-2009, 04:20 PM

it might take a while to wait to hear the resullt. It is suppose to be 60 days but they tend to delay till 90 days to 150 days.

The disability determination service, they may need to see you in person to confirm that you are disabled then they will inform to SSA office to approve it or not. I believe that you had been there before since you mentioned you did have SSi before.

CJB · 09-28-2009, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whatdidyousay!

I know SSA should have an interpreter for you, I just would not count on it!

As ironic as it is, SSA is not very good at providing accommodations. When I went to get an appointment the other day, they didn't have a non-visual way of signing in. Not to mention the man at the desk communicated with me by yelling at me, and I still couldn't understand what he was saying.

They gave me a piece of paper with a number on it. After asking them what the number was, I asked them to tap me on the shoulder when my number was called. The only reason I knew when my number was called was because I was lucky enough to have the person next to me notice the number on my card when my number was called and she tapped me on the shoulder to let me know.

Is there some sort of training on how to communicate with and deal with disabled people? If not, I feel like an organization like SSA that provides SSI and SSDI should give their employees at least basic training in how to treat people with disabilities and what the various types of accommodations look like.

VenomLugz · 09-29-2009, 03:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frisky Feline

it might take a while to wait to hear the resullt. It is suppose to be 60 days but they tend to delay till 90 days to 150 days.

The disability determination service, they may need to see you in person to confirm that you are disabled then they will inform to SSA office to approve it or not. I believe that you had been there before since you mentioned you did have SSi before.

wow that's too long time! I read it said I should hear my result in 2 or 6 months.. I've been waiting for it since at SSA Official in 2 months now.

yes, that's correct I've been there before cause I did have SSI before. I told them I deserve to have a second chance for my future. They will confim that I'm disabled because they believe I've been on SSI before. after that, I lost good job and I just realized no one aren't going to hire me anymore because of deaf. If SSI approve me then I will be happy because I can do anything in future.

Frisky Feline · 09-29-2009, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CJB

As ironic as it is, SSA is not very good at providing accommodations. When I went to get an appointment the other day, they didn't have a non-visual way of signing in. Not to mention the man at the desk communicated with me by yelling at me, and I still couldn't understand what he was saying.

They gave me a piece of paper with a number on it. After asking them what the number was, I asked them to tap me on the shoulder when my number was called. The only reason I knew when my number was called was because I was lucky enough to have the person next to me notice the number on my card when my number was called and she tapped me on the shoulder to let me know.

Is there some sort of training on how to communicate with and deal with disabled people? If not, I feel like an organization like SSA that provides SSI and SSDI should give their employees at least basic training in how to treat people with disabilities and what the various types of accommodations look like.

I agree, It can't hurt if you write a letter about it and send it to the SSA office to let them know. I agree that SSA really need to take LOT of workshops about how to approach disabled people or see what types of accommodations do they need and more comfortable than feeling awkward.

08-28-2009, 05:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
VenomLugz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 25	Question about SSDI/SSI without an Interpreter Well, I went to applies for SSDI/SSI since I have no job because I tried to find another job but it's due cause I'm deaf. So, I went to SSA yesterday and I told Security that I'm deaf and having an appointment. I was sitting like a 45 min later and I asked Security if Interpreter will be here but he said he don't know. He went to Office and told them that I have an appointment for SSDI/SSI. Security took me to Office and I found out that they said Interpreter didn't show up today. I decide to take my own without an Interpreter. Im not sure if They will approve or deny because of no interpreter. That's why I worry about it.. I really hope they will approve me and I believe I deserve to have a second chance for my future so, do you think I will approve with SSDI/SSI? Thank

09-01-2009, 01:18 PM	#6 (permalink)
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09-20-2009, 09:14 AM	#8 (permalink)
diehardbiker Stuck in New York! Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 7,165	I have not met any Deaf person who went and applied for SSI/SSDI without terp and get approved. All of them I met have denied because it proves to SSA that this applicant were able to communicate without "Assistance" of an terp. Sometimes SSA people did on purpose not getting terp to see if you can get along without terp and can be a factor deciding whether you qualify or not. Demand an terp, and it will easily get approved by SSA. I would advise try find job, it is much better than getting SSI/SSDI because if you want to get SSI/SSDI and in future get an job you will definetly get into mess with SSA people, trust me, alot of my friends including myself are in mess right now. Worth headache? Nope! __________________ Please do not follow unless your driving REAL 4x4 with LOW! FUN is standard...PAVEMENT is optional.... Plus Jeep Wrangler owner too.

09-21-2009, 01:48 AM	#12 (permalink)
cdmeggers CD Meggers Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wyoming Posts: 814	I never had a terp during my application process and I was approved for SSI and SSDI. But, when I had my appointment to do the application, I didn't hear my name being called, someone else waiting for her appointment had to get my attention and ask if I was the Meghan they were asking for. Never heard the guy call my name. And I had a real hard time understanding him when we were going over the application stuff (he was very quiet and difficult to lipread), and he had to turn his computer screen a couple of times to show me names of doctors because I couldn't figure out what he was saying. I don't know if that incident had anything to do with my process, but whew, that guy seriously was difficult to understand. __________________ My Ear Blog

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08-28-2009, 07:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
CJB deafblind writer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,409	I think you should be able to get approved even without an interpreter. After all there are oral Deaf people on SSI, aren't there? Not to mention if they deny you you can always appeal. I'm going through this process myself right now.

08-28-2009, 09:27 PM	#3 (permalink)
VenomLugz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 25	Thank!! I think I will definitely get SSDI/SSI soon since they knew I'm deaf. I will post my update when I will get mail from them.

08-28-2009, 11:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
CJB deafblind writer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,409	Good luck. Hope it works out for you.

08-28-2009, 11:30 PM	#5 (permalink)
jillio Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 32,396	I am hoping that you will get approved without a terp, but I would also suggest for any follow up apppointments you demand that a terp be present. Some of the information regarding SSI/SSDI can be very complicated and confusing, and your misunderstanding of one question could put your case in jepardy. Plus, SSA is a federal agency, and there is absolutely no excuse for them not providing accommodation as provided by the ADA.

09-20-2009, 08:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
VenomLugz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 25	Hello guys, I was check the status of my application from SSA online but it said "It don't have a request this time." Is that Normal?

09-26-2009, 10:42 AM	#18 (permalink)
Keiro Wanderer Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wandering amidst the Stars... Posts: 44	... SSDI pays more? Good lord, then I need to get on to getting SSDI. ;_; Wonder if I can switch from SSI to SSDI... Christ, I'm BARELY making it here, every month. I've repeatedly requested SSA to raise my money just a bit, just enough to essentially cover my bills while I continued to search for jobs... but they always denied me. More than once, I've had to essentially juggle bills plus rent. ... Like next month. I know I'm essentially fucked because my roommates are demanding that I pay my part of the rent when I really don't want to, as that would essentially fuck me out of another month's of SSI... and still go to see my grandfather's funeral. FML.

09-28-2009, 04:17 PM	#26 (permalink)
VenomLugz Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 25	let's see when I will get my mail soon

09-28-2009, 04:20 PM	#27 (permalink)
Frisky Feline Provoke, Pounce, Purr Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 5,686	it might take a while to wait to hear the resullt. It is suppose to be 60 days but they tend to delay till 90 days to 150 days. The disability determination service, they may need to see you in person to confirm that you are disabled then they will inform to SSA office to approve it or not. I believe that you had been there before since you mentioned you did have SSi before.

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