"The Social Security Administration offers two major programs for people with disabilities: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSDI provides income supplements to individuals who cannot work due to a disability, regardless of their income level, as long as they have paid Social Security taxes and meet certain criteria, such as being under 65 and having a disability expected to last 12 months or more. Those who don't qualify for SSDI may be eligible for SSI.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides benefits based on financial need, with eligibility determined by factors like current income capacity and medical expenses. Women, who make up 55% of Social Security beneficiaries, face unique challenges in retirement due to longer lifespans, lower lifetime earnings, and smaller pensions compared to men. Navigating the disability benefits process can be complex, but services like DGS Benefits, Inc can assist in expediting the process."