How can I apply for Social Security Disability Benefits?

Disability is a frightening world to navigate. Losing the ability to work is humiliating, and finding the resources to start collecting disability income is an exhausting, confusing process. The Social Security Administration has extremely strict definitions of disability, and out of the millions of people who apply every year, only a third are initially approved, … Read more

What’s The Difference Between SSI and SSDI?

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) are benefits for people who can’t work or are impoverished. They’re both handled by the Social Security Administration and are commonly thought to be the same thing. But they’re two very different animals when it comes to eligibility and benefits. Here’s the difference: SSI is … Read more

$5 Paleo Meals That Even Kids Will Love

Is it possible to cook Paleo meals on a budget? The answer is yes! Even though non-Paleo foods (like starchy white potatoes, pasta, rice, and bread) are very cheap to buy, you can create healthy meals without those fillers. Chicken is one of the most affordable meats that you can buy, as are eggs, and … Read more

Garden Fresh Five Cheese Ziti

Garden Fresh Five Cheese Ziti…. Sounds fancy doesn’t it? Looks impressive, don’t you think? Confession time…I cheated and didn’t make it from scratch.   If you’re a regular reader of The Budget Diet, you know I’m constantly creating frugalicious and fast recipes, so you’ll have no excuses for eating out.  Garden Fresh Five Cheese Ziti … Read more

Southern Homemade Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

This baked macaroni and cheese recipe also works well with boxed macaroni and cheese, poured into a casserole dish and baked. We recommend either Annie’s Organic Shells & White Cheddar Mac and Cheese (you can get a pack of 12 boxes inexpensively) or the original Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner (pack of 5 boxes). Hot Tip: Beyond macaroni and noodles.. out … Read more

Do I Need a Social Security Disability Attorney?

If you think you might qualify for Social Security disability benefits and you’re considering applying, don’t let the long and sometimes complex Social Security system process dissuade you. While there’s a lot to think about and to keep straight as your claim goes through the full decision process, you don’t have to do it alone. … Read more