Whether you are ready to file your claim for disability benefits now, or are preparing for filing for it in the future, there are steps to take before filing for SSDI and/or SSI that will make it more likely your claim will be successful. (If you're preparing for the future, it is worthwhile to read: It's Never Too Early To File A Claim).

If you're not ready yet, it is advisable to start getting prepared. Proper preparation will:

• Speed the process.
• Make it more likely to receive an SSDI award.
• Save you time and energy later when you may not be feeling as well as you do now.

Social Security will determine if all the legal requirements are satisfied for you to be eligible for SSDI and/or SSI. A state agency, generally referred to as DDS, will determine whether you are "disabled." While these agencies are charged with doing the work, you still have the burden of proving you're entitled to SSDI and/or SSI. As a result, it is better that you do as much work as you can before filing, and that you stay on top of the process.

The steps to take before filing for SSDI or SSI that will make it more likely your claim will be successful are:

• Check eligibility requirements.
• Document your difficulties at work.
• Document how your health condition affects your activities of daily living.
• Get your medical affairs in order.
• Prepare for a period without income.
• Review our overall tips to keep in mind.
• Consider at least speaking with a lawyer or other professional.

When you are ready to file your claim, see: SSDI: Applying For Benefits

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