alt.social-security-disability

"Coleah" wrote in message news:e07f33de-54f7-4a89-b2af-39f15a78630d@...
> I've had two friends going through the application process. The
> younger one (with mental, joint and a blinding vision condition) was
> turned down. I had not reviewed her forms before she submitted
> them.
>
> I'm able to review the older gal's. She filled out the initial
> questionaires about daily activities, etc. There were two forms that
> I reviewed; one for pain and one for functionality. There are some
> similar questions on both forms.
>
> I think she's done a thorough job. However, I want to touch base with
> you who have 'walked this walk' to see if there is anything at all
> which perhaps she should/might add (or delete?). I'm really concerned
> about the success for this one.
>
> Thank you so much,
> Coleah

The more specific she is about physical and other limitations her
condition imposes on her abilities, the better chance she has of
winning her claim. Written statements of these specific limitations
from her treating physician(s) will be immensely helpful.