For example, if you have already suffered from a heart attack, an AICD may be recommended. Additionally, if you have congenital heart disease or other heart-related syndromes, your doctor may suggest the device. No matter the reason, AICDs are a backup to your heart, providing a cushion in case of an emergency.
Social Security Dependents Benefits. Children, disabled or not, can qualify for Social Security benefits if their parent, adoptive parent, or stepparent is receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits (SSDI) â or was entitled to one of these benefits before they died.
Once someone starts receiving Social Security, his or her benefits increase to keep pace with inflation, helping to ensure that people do not fall into poverty as they age. In contrast, most private pensions and annuities are not adjusted (or are only partly adjusted) for inflation.