Anonymous asked this question on 3/24/2000:

My sister was diagnoised Scho 30 years ago. When my parents insurance ran out they pronounced her "cured". She is now 49 years old never had a steady job. She has lived with my parents now mother is in a nursing home Dads going too What to do with sister? cant bring her home she dosent get on with my kids me or husband. can she get her social security due to mantal problems?

toys999 gave this response on 3/28/2000:

Dear Anonymous,I am assuming "Scho" means a type of schizophrenia,the most disabling all mental illnesses. I do not know what you mean when you say she does not get along with your family. Is she on medication? Under psychiatric care? She would be eligible for both social security disability and possibly social security supplemental income (SSI).A call or visit to a social security agency will inform you of the necessary requirements for eligibility. Do not wait. It is a lengthy process but if awarded benefits,they are retroactive to the date filed.

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