For those in the thick of their careers, it’s very hard to think about retirement down the road. However, that road could end before you know it. Unforeseen things such has diseases can make it impossible to work, but it doesn’t have to stop the collection of social security. Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration, Jack Myers, explains they have something called the Compassionate Allowances program.

Alzheimer’s is just one example of what would fall under the umbrella. With a diagnosis of it, Myers says the decision process for social security happens faster.

Myers shares there are over 240 conditions that qualify for the Compassionate Allowances program. 

Getting the official diagnosis is the important part. The Social Security Administration will be able to let you know if your condition applies for the program.

Myers appeared as a guest on the Newstalk WTIM Morning Show.