Finding Support and Compassion During a Terminal Illness –A Kentucky Client’s Story

At 49, Marianne L., a factory worker from Kentucky, began facing the most difficult challenge of
her life. After years of physically demanding labor, she was diagnosed with lung cancer that had
spread to her spine. Treatment was aggressive, and the side effects—pain, fatigue, and
weakness—left her unable to continue working. On top of that, she experienced anxiety,
depression, and worsening hypertension.
With no prior applications for disability benefits and limited work credits, she didn’t qualify for
SSDI. However, her situation met the criteria for an expedited SSDI claim under the Social
Security Administration’s Compassionate Allowance and Terminal Illness (TERI) provisions.
When she reached out online for help, SSDI Benefits Group responded immediately. Our team
guided her step-by-step through the process, ensuring every medical record and update was
properly documented. We worked closely with her to present her case clearly and
compassionately, allowing it to be processed quickly.
Within a short time, Marianne was approved for SSDI and received over $3,600 in retroactive
pay, providing financial relief during a critical time in her treatment. More importantly, she gained
peace of mind knowing her benefits were secured when she needed them most.
Marianne shared that the team “took the time to listen,” stayed in constant communication, and
made a complex process simple and humane. She says she’s deeply grateful and now
encourages others facing severe illness to seek professional help rather than face the system
alone.