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The Social Security Disability 5-year rule aims to provide quicker access to benefits for individuals who experience a recurrence of disability.
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This rule acknowledges that individuals who have previously received disability benefits may face challenges in maintaining employment due to their health condition.
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By exempting them from the waiting period, the rule ensures that eligible individuals can receive benefits promptly.
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The 5-year period starts from the time an individual stops collecting disability benefits.
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If a person restarts the benefits within five years of stopping, they can skip the waiting period.
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The rule offers financial assistance to individuals who face prolonged or recurring disabilities that prevent them from working.
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The Social Security Disability 5-year rule provides support and stability to individuals by streamlining the process of receiving disability benefits.
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