RE: [QUAD-L] social security

[Steve Oldaker]

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I am not an expert on Social Security benefitsq, but in a nutshell, SSDI is available to disabled individuals who have paid enough into the system through payroll deductions to qualify, otherwise, they would receive SSI if they are receiving disability income.  SS (regular Social Security) is for retired individuals or the dependents of deceased workers.  If you are disabled receiving SSDI, I believe you are converted to SS once you reach retirement age, which is dependent upon your date of birth.  Is SSDI better than SS?  I suppose it depends on your specific situation and age.  If you are seriously interested, I suggest the following web site which also lists their 800 number:   www.ssa.gov   Steve -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 04, 2005 6:40 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] social security   I recieve ssdi what is the difference is this better than ss ?