Decisions on whether Ohioans are eligible for Social Security disability benefits are crucial for people looking to create a dependable foundation for their lives. Staff with the Division of Disability Determination (DDD) of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) understand those needs and the importance of quickly processing cases and delivering accurate decisions. In agreement with the Social Security Administration (SSA), DDD determines medical eligibility for Ohioans who apply for Social Security disability benefits.
In this episode, Robert Fenn and Brandon Smith, SSA Public Affairs Specialists, explain the changes to Social Security disability benefits in 2025. The discussion is a valuable resource for anyone looking to understand and navigate Social Security benefits and provides a comprehensive overview of the upcoming changes.
(Check out episode 27, Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits, for additional information.) Learn more at SSA.Gov or call 800-772-1213. Transcripts and MP3 files are available at ood.ohio.gov/podcast. Connect with OOD on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OhioOOD Twitter: https://twitter.com/OhioOOD/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ohioood/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ood/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@OhioOOD Sign up for our newsletter and other email updates at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/OHOOD/subscriber/new
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