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Question ? Hi 1st , INCOME $

Now being basically confined to home
has anyone have suggestions. I had physical jobs and now SSI just isn’t
making it . I have to eat .

  1. Hi . This is a great topic for a forum post. I hope you get lots of responses.
    How mobile are you? Are you able to get out and about on your own? Are you into crafts or workworking? Many people I know who are on disability sell crafts at craft fairs. You can get a good feel for what sells if you check out a few as the holiday season approaches. It is a great way to remain socially connected, too. You can even team up with someone who is more physically able to set up and tear down your table at each event.
    Someone in one of our sister communities worked for a company that made knives. When he went on disability, he began making custom knives at home, letting customers know it might be a while before they received them because he worked only when he felt good. He got so many orders that he hired help. Are there any skills you can take from your previous job and turn into a side business?
    Freelance writing can pull in a few extra dollars as well. Rather than querying ideas and getting locked in on deadline, you can try to sell completed pieces. Creative nonfiction (personal essays) is really popular right now.
    If you search through online job sites for positions requiring 10 hours or less, you might find some other good work-from-home options that will not put you over the limitations financially.
    I am excited to see what people suggest. Best wishes. - Lori (Team Member)

    1. Have you considered SSDI in addition to SSI? There's no income limit on SSDI and it's based on your health and past work history. -Melissa, team member

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