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ej0820

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Just a quick question,

I'm on SSDI and have been since about june. I'm really glad I have it because my income wasn't as depleted from being in the hospital for 2 weeks this last month like it used to be when all I had was my part-time job. When I was approved, I didn't think I was too unhealthy to be able to still work at my part-time job, so I've kept it.

However, I'm feeling like it's getting to be too much for me. At least, right now. I'm still on home IVs and going to school (hoping I can make it through). They are very supportive at work and cater to my needs of time off for hospitalization and dr appts, but I still feel like it's getting to be a little more than I want. I honestly feel like throwing in the towel, at least for a while, and just staying home and focusing on my health and school. I do also, however, feel like quitting my part-time job will just make me feel like a bigger waste. Like I'm letting CF get the better of me, or like I'm really not strong enough to hold down a PART-TIME JOB (how lazy am I?).

Has anyone done this? Still work with SSDI, only to find that you're ready to quit? If I did quit, would my SSDI increase at all since I wouldn't have that extra income? I'm still pretty active, I volunteer at an animal shelter and again, am in school, so quitting my job wouldn't leave me to sit on my butt day in and day out. But, with my SSDI, it almost seems like it's not worth the effort, especially since I'm on IVs right now...I just want to relax and calm down-not worry about getting to work on time or making sure I'm being the best employee I can be (I'm a cashier in a craft store) despite my not being able to catch my breath or incredible desire to nap in the car on ALL of my breaks!

I don't know...any input would be great to hear! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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ej0820

New member
Just a quick question,

I'm on SSDI and have been since about june. I'm really glad I have it because my income wasn't as depleted from being in the hospital for 2 weeks this last month like it used to be when all I had was my part-time job. When I was approved, I didn't think I was too unhealthy to be able to still work at my part-time job, so I've kept it.

However, I'm feeling like it's getting to be too much for me. At least, right now. I'm still on home IVs and going to school (hoping I can make it through). They are very supportive at work and cater to my needs of time off for hospitalization and dr appts, but I still feel like it's getting to be a little more than I want. I honestly feel like throwing in the towel, at least for a while, and just staying home and focusing on my health and school. I do also, however, feel like quitting my part-time job will just make me feel like a bigger waste. Like I'm letting CF get the better of me, or like I'm really not strong enough to hold down a PART-TIME JOB (how lazy am I?).

Has anyone done this? Still work with SSDI, only to find that you're ready to quit? If I did quit, would my SSDI increase at all since I wouldn't have that extra income? I'm still pretty active, I volunteer at an animal shelter and again, am in school, so quitting my job wouldn't leave me to sit on my butt day in and day out. But, with my SSDI, it almost seems like it's not worth the effort, especially since I'm on IVs right now...I just want to relax and calm down-not worry about getting to work on time or making sure I'm being the best employee I can be (I'm a cashier in a craft store) despite my not being able to catch my breath or incredible desire to nap in the car on ALL of my breaks!

I don't know...any input would be great to hear! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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ej0820

New member
Just a quick question,
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<br />I'm on SSDI and have been since about june. I'm really glad I have it because my income wasn't as depleted from being in the hospital for 2 weeks this last month like it used to be when all I had was my part-time job. When I was approved, I didn't think I was too unhealthy to be able to still work at my part-time job, so I've kept it.
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<br />However, I'm feeling like it's getting to be too much for me. At least, right now. I'm still on home IVs and going to school (hoping I can make it through). They are very supportive at work and cater to my needs of time off for hospitalization and dr appts, but I still feel like it's getting to be a little more than I want. I honestly feel like throwing in the towel, at least for a while, and just staying home and focusing on my health and school. I do also, however, feel like quitting my part-time job will just make me feel like a bigger waste. Like I'm letting CF get the better of me, or like I'm really not strong enough to hold down a PART-TIME JOB (how lazy am I?).
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<br />Has anyone done this? Still work with SSDI, only to find that you're ready to quit? If I did quit, would my SSDI increase at all since I wouldn't have that extra income? I'm still pretty active, I volunteer at an animal shelter and again, am in school, so quitting my job wouldn't leave me to sit on my butt day in and day out. But, with my SSDI, it almost seems like it's not worth the effort, especially since I'm on IVs right now...I just want to relax and calm down-not worry about getting to work on time or making sure I'm being the best employee I can be (I'm a cashier in a craft store) despite my not being able to catch my breath or incredible desire to nap in the car on ALL of my breaks!
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<br />I don't know...any input would be great to hear! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">
 
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triples15

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Hi Erin,

Sounds like between school, work, volunteering, and taking care of yourself you are VERY busy. It sounds to me like you are leaning toward quitting your job, just feeling guilty about it. If the Social Security Administration deemed you "disabled" and approved your benefits, I don't think you should feel guilty leaving your job. I don't think you need to put the additional strain on your health, especially being on IV's currently. Maybe you could take a leave of absence and see how the not working goes? You are definitely not lazy if you do decide to leave your job.

Taking time to focus on school and your health sounds like a good plan to me. I understand your wanting to work and feel productive, but you are definitely not going to be sitting at home wasting away. What do you plan on doing after graduation?

Good luck with whatever you decide, and I hope you're feeling better soon!

Autumn

P.S. To answer your question, no, unfortunately you're SSDI benefits would not go up if you do quit your job. SSDI is not based on income, but rather the "credits" you earned during your work history. If you were on SSI, you would prob get more a month, as it is income based.
 
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triples15

Super Moderator
Hi Erin,

Sounds like between school, work, volunteering, and taking care of yourself you are VERY busy. It sounds to me like you are leaning toward quitting your job, just feeling guilty about it. If the Social Security Administration deemed you "disabled" and approved your benefits, I don't think you should feel guilty leaving your job. I don't think you need to put the additional strain on your health, especially being on IV's currently. Maybe you could take a leave of absence and see how the not working goes? You are definitely not lazy if you do decide to leave your job.

Taking time to focus on school and your health sounds like a good plan to me. I understand your wanting to work and feel productive, but you are definitely not going to be sitting at home wasting away. What do you plan on doing after graduation?

Good luck with whatever you decide, and I hope you're feeling better soon!

Autumn

P.S. To answer your question, no, unfortunately you're SSDI benefits would not go up if you do quit your job. SSDI is not based on income, but rather the "credits" you earned during your work history. If you were on SSI, you would prob get more a month, as it is income based.
 
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triples15

Super Moderator
Hi Erin,
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<br />Sounds like between school, work, volunteering, and taking care of yourself you are VERY busy. It sounds to me like you are leaning toward quitting your job, just feeling guilty about it. If the Social Security Administration deemed you "disabled" and approved your benefits, I don't think you should feel guilty leaving your job. I don't think you need to put the additional strain on your health, especially being on IV's currently. Maybe you could take a leave of absence and see how the not working goes? You are definitely not lazy if you do decide to leave your job.
<br />
<br />Taking time to focus on school and your health sounds like a good plan to me. I understand your wanting to work and feel productive, but you are definitely not going to be sitting at home wasting away. What do you plan on doing after graduation?
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<br />Good luck with whatever you decide, and I hope you're feeling better soon!
<br />
<br />Autumn
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<br />P.S. To answer your question, no, unfortunately you're SSDI benefits would not go up if you do quit your job. SSDI is not based on income, but rather the "credits" you earned during your work history. If you were on SSI, you would prob get more a month, as it is income based.
 
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Jeana

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I love Autumn's idea of taking a leave of absence if you can afford it. I also have to say that I try never to make a big decision when I am on IVs. It is so difficult to keep up with work and IVs and to throw school in there, too. Wow! Take a break while you are on IVs and maybe for a few weeks afterwards to assess your health needs. And give yourself a break! You are definitely NOT lazy. People without CF find it difficult to go to school and work at the same time.
 
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Jeana

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I love Autumn's idea of taking a leave of absence if you can afford it. I also have to say that I try never to make a big decision when I am on IVs. It is so difficult to keep up with work and IVs and to throw school in there, too. Wow! Take a break while you are on IVs and maybe for a few weeks afterwards to assess your health needs. And give yourself a break! You are definitely NOT lazy. People without CF find it difficult to go to school and work at the same time.
 
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Jeana

New member
I love Autumn's idea of taking a leave of absence if you can afford it. I also have to say that I try never to make a big decision when I am on IVs. It is so difficult to keep up with work and IVs and to throw school in there, too. Wow! Take a break while you are on IVs and maybe for a few weeks afterwards to assess your health needs. And give yourself a break! You are definitely NOT lazy. People without CF find it difficult to go to school and work at the same time.
 
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julie

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No, your SSDI income would not increase if you stopped your part time work. SSDI is based off of your work history and earnings, not your current income. The only time that your current income comes into play is when you are over the SGA amount and then you are given 9 "trial work" months before they take your SSDI away.
 
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julie

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No, your SSDI income would not increase if you stopped your part time work. SSDI is based off of your work history and earnings, not your current income. The only time that your current income comes into play is when you are over the SGA amount and then you are given 9 "trial work" months before they take your SSDI away.
 
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julie

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No, your SSDI income would not increase if you stopped your part time work. SSDI is based off of your work history and earnings, not your current income. The only time that your current income comes into play is when you are over the SGA amount and then you are given 9 "trial work" months before they take your SSDI away.
 
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JennifersHope

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Julie are you ever going to update your blog page, I check all the time.. You still have last years chirstmas pictures up and have not updated since Feb.. I am dying for an update!
 
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JennifersHope

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Julie are you ever going to update your blog page, I check all the time.. You still have last years chirstmas pictures up and have not updated since Feb.. I am dying for an update!
 
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JennifersHope

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Julie are you ever going to update your blog page, I check all the time.. You still have last years chirstmas pictures up and have not updated since Feb.. I am dying for an update!
 
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julie

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I'll try to update tomorrow LOL. Sorry Jen! I'm doing all picture updates on fb now. ARe you on fb? Request me, search for me by this email address division902@verizon.net
 
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julie

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I'll try to update tomorrow LOL. Sorry Jen! I'm doing all picture updates on fb now. ARe you on fb? Request me, search for me by this email address division902@verizon.net
 
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