More questions about SSI (appeal, & being unable to attend hearing, etc.)

Hi, all. Sorry I have so many q’s lately. It’s very difficult
for me to get to town, & even more so for me to be on a computer, so I can
only ask q’s about once/week. If you have a few spare minutes & some experience w/ SSI &/or SSDI, I'd love to get your opinion & suggestions on the following q's:

 

**I am physically unable to go to the hearing for SSI (b/c
of Smart Meters, 4G etc.), but cannot substantiate the electro-hypersensitivity,
MCS etc. My psychiatrist said he’d write SSA a letter explaining that it
would “cause me too much physical & emotional distress to physically go.”
Do you know if there’s a “safe” way for him to word it so that it doesn’t seem
like he’s saying that the MCS, EHS etc. are entirely psychological, or mixing
up the psych stuff w/ the physical?

 Thanks so much everyone, for all your valuable insight. 
Love & blessings,Elysia

**Does anyone have any suggestions about what to put in my
new disability update (i.e. the 2nd request for reconsideration)? I’m
especially wondering what to say about the psychological problems (depression,
nightmares, PTSD) w/o sounding like they’re the cause of the MCS, EHS etc.

 

**What can I ask my Lyme doctor to say in order to better
explain/legitimize my Lyme diagnosis (which is from the IgenX test, a
non-traditional test) and explain that Lyme CAN be chronic and neurologic?

 

**Some people have said that if I can’t be physically
present at th e hearing, I can do a teleconference. Does anyone know if this
would involve cordless phones, cell phones, satellites or WiFi or any other
EHS-affecting stuff? If so, could you explain what is typically used in a
teleconference, & also let me know if you know of any ways to do it
differently (i.e. healthily)??

 

**Currently, I’m working w/ New Mexico Legal Aid to help me
w/ my SSI case. My psychiatrist said I should get a disability lawyer. He
recommended a guy in Albequerque who takes 1/3 of the retro-active payment if
you win, & that he’s never lost a case. Considering that I can’t
substantiate any of my stuff (MCS, EHS, Lyme etc.) w/ testing, would it even be
worth it to work w/ such a lawyer? 

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Hi Elysia,
This isn't my area but a suggestion would be, that these devices outgass various chemicals
Ie: plastics/ petroloem products/ that make you physically sick to your stomach.
Or see if your Psychiatrist can use the below information in the letter.
Maybe something here will help.
Lizzie
 
National Toxic Encephalopathy Foundation
 
It has been proven that chemicals/radiation have a direct effect upon the brain whether during pregnancy, childhood or in adults.
Chemicals such as pesticides, cleaning/disinfectant products, building materials, vaccine preservatives, perfumes, air fresheners, fragranced products, mold, along with electro-magnetic radiation/smart meters are most likely causing harm to your health and/or to the health of those around you.

 The brain is not the only organ of the body negatively affected by various exogenous toxins in our environment." - NTEF
From the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke a division of the National Institutes of Health:
"Encephalopathy is a term for any diffuse disease of the brain that alters brain function or structure. Encephalopathy may be caused by infectious agent (bacteria, virus, or prion), metabolic or mitochondrial dysfunction, brain tumor or increased pressure in the skull, prolonged exposure to toxic elements (including solvents, drugs, radiation, paints, industrial chemicals, and certain metals), chronic progressive trauma, poor nutrition, or lack of oxygen or blood flow to the brain."
Chemical Injury, ADD/ADHD, Lyme, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Gulf War Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Autism, all have some degree of interaction upon the brain.
Body Map « The True Costs of Petroleum « Ecology Center






ecologycenter.org/erc/petroleum/body.htmlCached
 
Pthalates are a particular group of petrochemicals that are known to have endocrine disrupting properties. Pthalates are used to make rigid plastics soft and pliable and are also commonly added to cosmetics. Pthalates are linked to elevated rates of endocrine disruption and are possibly carcinogenic. A Centers for Disease Control report found alarming rates of pthalates in urine and blood samples. Some common pthalates and the items in which they are used include
 
 
Petrochemicals and their byproducts, such as dioxin, are known to cause an array of serious health problems, including cancers and endocrine disruption. Of the more than 75,000 chemicals registered with the Environmental Protection Agency, only a fraction have gone through complete testing to find out whether they might cause problems for human health. Many that are produced in enormous quantities have never been tested at all. Usually, it takes dramatic episodes of workplace injuries or wildlife poisonings, combined with rigorous scientific proof of harm and public outcry, before the government will act to restrict or ban any chemical. And that is no accident. The current regulatory system allows synthetic chemicals into our lives unless proven beyond doubt to be dangerous.
 



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Date: Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:14:52 -0800
Subject: [eSens] More questions about SSI (appeal, & being unable to attend hearing, etc.)


 



Hi, all. Sorry I have so many q’s lately. It’s very difficult
for me to get to town, & even more so for me to be on a computer, so I can
only ask q’s about once/week. If you have a few spare minutes & some experience w/ SSI &/or SSDI, I'd love to get your opinion & suggestions on the following q's:

 

**I am physically unable to go to the hearing for SSI (b/c
of Smart Meters, 4G etc.), but cannot substantiate the electro-hypersensitivity,
MCS etc. My psychiatrist said he’d write SSA a letter explaining that it
would “cause me too much physical & emotional distress to physically go.”
Do you know if there’s a “safe” way for him to word it so that it doesn’t seem
like he’s saying that the MCS, EHS etc. are entirely psychological, or mixing
up the psych stuff w/ the physical?

 Thanks so much everyone, for all your valuable insight.
Love & blessings,Elysia

**Does anyone have any suggestions about what to put in my
new disability update (i.e. the 2nd request for reconsideration)? I’m
especially wondering what to say about the psychological problems (depression,
nightmares, PTSD) w/o sounding like they’re the cause of the MCS, EHS etc.

 

**What can I ask my Lyme doctor to say in order to better
explain/legitimize my Lyme diagnosis (which is from the IgenX test, a
non-traditional test) and explain that Lyme CAN be chronic and neurologic?

 

**Some people have said that if I can’t be physically
present at th e hearing, I can do a teleconference. Does anyone know if this
would involve cordless phones, cell phones, satellites or WiFi or any other
EHS-affecting stuff? If so, could you explain what is typically used in a
teleconference, & also let me know if you know of any ways to do it
differently (i.e. healthily)??

 

**Currently, I’m working w/ New Mexico Legal Aid to help me
w/ my SSI case. My psychiatrist said I should get a disability lawyer. He
recommended a guy in Albequerque who takes 1/3 of the retro-active payment if
you win, & that he’s never lost a case. Considering that I can’t
substantiate any of my stuff (MCS, EHS, Lyme etc.) w/ testing, would it even be
worth it to work w/ such a lawyer?

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On the question of getting a lawyer...in the early 1990's I had to get  
an attorney for my SSDI (which is different from SSI) claim.  My claim  
had been denied twice and I was ready to give up.  My doctor told me I  
had keep trying and to get a lawyer.  He referred me to one who was  
experienced with SSDI claims.

I believe Social Security limits what the lawyer can charge for SSDI  
disputes.  My payment to her was $4,000 from a settlement that was  
many thousands of dollars for 2-1/2 years back benefits.  Well worth  
it, and she was very good (but she's in CA, which isn't of use to you).

At the time, my dx was chronic fatigue syndrome and mcs, which was not  
really recognized as an approved disability by SS.  Since then, I  
believe Social Security does recognize Chronic Fatigue as a covered  
disability.  I don't know about Chronic Lyme.  I'd rather doubt  
they've gotten enlightened enough to recognize ES, but I don't know  
for sure.

You might want to check with Social Security if there are any limits  
on attorney's fees to the claimant for SSDI and/or SSI claims.

Good luck.

Esther


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Your psychiatrist can say that you still feel the
pain, whether it's psychologically induced or a
direct result of the EMF exposure.


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Get the lawyer. He won't get any money unless you win.
Social Security has a book that lists disabilities that they cover (not sure the name of the book). In order to win, you MUST "meet the listing." ES is probably not covered. MCS might be. If not, you must figure out another angle and get it documented like depression or something like that. You have to play it their way, or you won't get it.

John L.


Currently, I'm working w/ New Mexico Legal Aid to help me
> w/ my SSI case. My psychiatrist said I should get a disability lawyer. He
> recommended a guy in Albequerque who takes 1/3 of the retro-active payment if
> you win, & that he's never lost a case. Considering that I can't
> substantiate any of my stuff (MCS, EHS, Lyme etc.) w/ testing, would it even be
> worth it to work w/ such a lawyer?

"Disability Evaluation Under Social Security" (Blue Book) is the book that details eligibility requirements. Here is the online version:

http://www.ssa.gov/disability/professionals/bluebook/


J.L.

Hello,

I have read messages on here for quite some time now but this is my first post. My Mother has pretty severe symptoms and went from a very successful Vice President of a company to forced retirement and living in a very remote area.

She successfully fought and appealed and now receives Disability as well as Medical Coverage. I told her about your inquiries and she would like to talk with you about how, without a lawyer, she was able to finally get approved.

She went through several lawyers and wound up having to represent herself.

Please email me your contact info at [hidden email] She is unable to use a computer at all but she can talk on the phone.

I wish you success in your efforts.
Shantele
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